American Heart Association Heartful Unity
The intersection of Nation of Lifesavers and Black History Month: Black History Month serves as a poignant backdrop for the Nation of Lifesavers campaign, aligning the principles of empowerment, community engagement, and health equity. As we celebrate the rich heritage and resilience of the Black community, the American Heart Association recognizes the importance of fostering heart health education and building a legacy of health.
Heart of Innovation HBCU Challenge
Applications for the Heart of Innovation HBCU Challenge are open! Businesses tackling health disparities through innovation could receive a $10,000 grant.
CPR, especially if administered immediately after cardiac arrest, can double or triple a person’s chance of survival.
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Why is learning CPR important for Black Americans?
Black Americans have the highest incidence of cardiac arrest outside of the hospital and are significantly less likely to survive.
Cardiac arrest in Black neighborhoods is associated with alarmingly low treatment and survival rates and studies have shown lower rates of both bystander CPR and bystander AED use in these neighborhoods. We need to change this trajectory.
Impact in the Heart of the Community
The 2024 Impact With Heart celebrated community trailblazers at the 2nd annual awards ceremony that recognizes changemakers committed to achieving equitable health for all.
The American Heart Association salutes this year’s awardees, Andrew Suggs, Damar Hamlin, and Ashley Williams for the advances made possible through their entrepreneurship and voices.
Color, Coronavirus, Cardiovascular Disease and the Importance of CPR
African Americans become proactive in heart health post-pandemic.
Take Damar Hamlin’s #3forHeart™ CPR Challenge ❤️
CPR saves lives. Be the beat by joining Damar's simple CPR challenge to help save lives today.
