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Advocacy
The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association is turning guidelines into lifelines. Our quality improvement programs help healthcare providers and hospitals provide the best possible heart and stroke care. Learn more at www.heart.org/quality.
Got a minute? That's all you need to learn how to save someone's life during CPR Week. Watch our Hands-Only CPR instructional video and then share it with five of your loved ones. www.heart.org/cpr.
The American Heart Association recommends CPR training, with hands-on skills practice, as a requirement for high school graduation. To learn how you can support this effort, visit http://www.yourethecure.org/.
The Fitness Integrated with Teaching Kids Act (FIT Kids) aims to help prioritize quality physical education in our schools. Join in our effort to urge Congress to pass this legislation to provide more physical education for our kids and help them lead healthier lives. www.fitkidsact.org/register.aspx
Sadly, our nation’s investment in medical research supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has declined over the last five years. NIH continues to invest only 4% on heart research and a mere 1% on stroke research. More funding could enable the NIH to support promising heart and stroke studies that could lead to a cure. Learn more at http://researchsaveslives.org/takeaction.aspx
To address the growing problem of childhood obesity, the American Heart Association advocates for strengthening nutrition standards in schools and providing healthier food options. To get involved, join the You’re the Cure Network at http://www.yourethecure.org/.
Nearly one in three overweight or obese kids under the age of 18 faces the threat of early heart disease because of their weight, but you can help turn the tide of childhood obesity. www.fitkidsact.org/register.aspx
Help improve the prevention, treatment, and diagnosis of our nation’s No. 1 killer of women by taking action! http://heartforwomen.org/
The American Heart Association supports federal and state policies that promote safe and accessible ways for Americans to be physically active. To get involved, join the You’re the Cure network at www.heart.org/yourethecure.
A diet high in sodium is linked to high blood pressure, a leading risk factor for stroke. Shake the salt habit by lowering your sodium intake. Choose healthier options including fruits, vegetables, seafood and whole grains. Learn more at http://www.yourethecure.org/.
The American Heart Association advocates for continued funding for Safe Routes to Schools to create safe, convenient and fun opportunities for children to be more physically active to and from school. Learn about projects in your community at www.saferoutespartnership.org/state/statemap.
Help America’s Children Get Off on the Right Foot for a Heart-Healthy Life– Support the FIT Kids Act Today. www.fitkidsact.org/register.aspx
Nearly 1 in 3 children and adolescents is overweight or obese, but you can help! www.fitkidsact.org/register.aspx
The American Heart Association advocates for improved food labeling to inform U.S. consumers about nutritional value of their food choices. Learn more at www.heart.org/obesitypolicy.
Healthy Living
Do you know everything you need to know to make healthy fat choices? Take our crash course on fats. www.heart.org/facethefats
Meet the Fats! Some are bad; some are better. Check out www.heart.org/facethefats. The first to name the “better fats” will receive an AHA cookbook.
Make a date with the Better Fats Sisters! You can find them in liquid vegetable oils, like canola, olive, and soybean. www.heart.org/facethefats
When cooking, replace butter with a splash of a liquid vegetable oil, like canola, olive or corn. Learn about all the better fats at www.heart.org/facethefats. What healthy substitutions do you make when cooking?
Did you know an apple a day may keep strokes away? It also works with pears, bananas and cauliflower – or any fruit or vegetable with "white" flesh. What is your favorite "white"-fleshed fruit? http://www.heart.org/simplescience
Do you get at least two and a half hours of moderate physical activity a week? Get your personal heart-health status and learn how regular physical activity can help improve your health. Take the American Heart Association’s My Life Check assessment at www.heart.org/mylifecheck.
Tell your friends and neighbors that the American Heart Association has practical tips on how to eat healthier. For more tips, visit the American Heart Association’s Nutrition Center at www.heart.org/nutrition.
Cook at home — it’s a great way to improve your diet. From quick dinner ideas to delicious desserts, the American Heart Association cookbooks provide flavorful ways to cook healthier. For more information, visit www.heart.org/cookbooks.
Staying physically active is one of the seven simple ways the American Heart Association has identified to get healthier and reduce your risks of heart disease and stroke. Start today by walking. It’s the simplest positive change you can make to improve your heart health. Find out where you stand with Life’s Simple Seven by taking the My Life Check assessment at www.heart.org/mylifecheck.
To address the growing problem of childhood obesity, the American Heart Association advocates for strengthening nutrition standards in schools and providing healthier food options. To get involved, join the You’re the Cure Network at http://www.yourethecure.org/.
Pledge to adopt a healthier lifestyle. Download the American Heart Association’s new Walking Path mobile phone application to locate nearby walking paths, track your steps and motivate friends by linking to your favorite social media resources. http://www.startwalkingnow.org/
The American Heart Association advocates for continued funding for Safe Routes to Schools to create safe, convenient and fun opportunities for children to be more physically active to and from school. Learn about projects in your community at www.saferoutespartnership.org/state/statemap.
The American Heart Association supports federal and state policies that promote safe and accessible ways for Americans to be physically active. To get involved, join the You’re the Cure network at www.heart.org/yourethecure.
Stroke
What's good for your heart is good for your brain. Cardiac rehab gives a boost to stroke patients too. What added benefits have you personally discovered by going to cardiac rehab? Visit Simple Science at Heart to learn more.
Did you know stroke affects people of all ages? Every 40 seconds someone has a stroke — and if a stroke doesn’t kill, it may cause physical or mental disability. Stroke is a medical emergency. Call 9-1-1 if you think you or someone you’re with is having a stroke. Visit http://www.strokeassociation.org/ for more information.
Stroke can happen to anyone, at any time and at any age. Learn to recognize a stroke, because in a stroke emergency, time lost is brain lost. For every minute you don’t get help, more brain cells die. Learn more about stroke at http://www.strokeassociation.org/.
A diet high in sodium is linked to high blood pressure, a leading risk factor for stroke. Shake the salt habit by lowering your sodium intake. Choose healthier options including fruits, vegetables, seafood and whole grains. Learn more at http://www.yourethecure.org/.
Advocacy
The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association is turning guidelines into lifelines. Our quality improvement programs help healthcare providers and hospitals provide the best possible heart and stroke care. Learn more at www.heart.org/quality.
Got a minute? That's all you need to learn how to save someone's life during CPR Week. Watch our Hands-Only CPR instructional video and then share it with five of your loved ones. www.heart.org/cpr.
The American Heart Association recommends CPR training, with hands-on skills practice, as a requirement for high school graduation. To learn how you can support this effort, visit http://www.yourethecure.org/.
The Fitness Integrated with Teaching Kids Act (FIT Kids) aims to help prioritize quality physical education in our schools. Join in our effort to urge Congress to pass this legislation to provide more physical education for our kids and help them lead healthier lives. www.fitkidsact.org/register.aspx
Sadly, our nation’s investment in medical research supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has declined over the last five years. NIH continues to invest only 4% on heart research and a mere 1% on stroke research. More funding could enable the NIH to support promising heart and stroke studies that could lead to a cure. Learn more at http://researchsaveslives.org/takeaction.aspx
To address the growing problem of childhood obesity, the American Heart Association advocates for strengthening nutrition standards in schools and providing healthier food options. To get involved, join the You’re the Cure Network at http://www.yourethecure.org/.
Nearly one in three overweight or obese kids under the age of 18 faces the threat of early heart disease because of their weight, but you can help turn the tide of childhood obesity. www.fitkidsact.org/register.aspx
Help improve the prevention, treatment, and diagnosis of our nation’s No. 1 killer of women by taking action! http://heartforwomen.org/
The American Heart Association supports federal and state policies that promote safe and accessible ways for Americans to be physically active. To get involved, join the You’re the Cure network at www.heart.org/yourethecure.
A diet high in sodium is linked to high blood pressure, a leading risk factor for stroke. Shake the salt habit by lowering your sodium intake. Choose healthier options including fruits, vegetables, seafood and whole grains. Learn more at http://www.yourethecure.org/.
The American Heart Association advocates for continued funding for Safe Routes to Schools to create safe, convenient and fun opportunities for children to be more physically active to and from school. Learn about projects in your community at www.saferoutespartnership.org/state/statemap.
Help America’s Children Get Off on the Right Foot for a Heart-Healthy Life– Support the FIT Kids Act Today. www.fitkidsact.org/register.aspx
Nearly 1 in 3 children and adolescents is overweight or obese, but you can help! www.fitkidsact.org/register.aspx
The American Heart Association advocates for improved food labeling to inform U.S. consumers about nutritional value of their food choices. Learn more at www.heart.org/obesitypolicy.
Healthy Living
Do you know everything you need to know to make healthy fat choices? Take our crash course on fats. www.heart.org/facethefats
Meet the Fats! Some are bad; some are better. Check out www.heart.org/facethefats. The first to name the “better fats” will receive an AHA cookbook.
Make a date with the Better Fats Sisters! You can find them in liquid vegetable oils, like canola, olive, and soybean. www.heart.org/facethefats
When cooking, replace butter with a splash of a liquid vegetable oil, like canola, olive or corn. Learn about all the better fats at www.heart.org/facethefats. What healthy substitutions do you make when cooking?
Did you know an apple a day may keep strokes away? It also works with pears, bananas and cauliflower – or any fruit or vegetable with "white" flesh. What is your favorite "white"-fleshed fruit? http://www.heart.org/simplescience
Do you get at least two and a half hours of moderate physical activity a week? Get your personal heart-health status and learn how regular physical activity can help improve your health. Take the American Heart Association’s My Life Check assessment at www.heart.org/mylifecheck.
Tell your friends and neighbors that the American Heart Association has practical tips on how to eat healthier. For more tips, visit the American Heart Association’s Nutrition Center at www.heart.org/nutrition.
Cook at home — it’s a great way to improve your diet. From quick dinner ideas to delicious desserts, the American Heart Association cookbooks provide flavorful ways to cook healthier. For more information, visit www.heart.org/cookbooks.
Staying physically active is one of the seven simple ways the American Heart Association has identified to get healthier and reduce your risks of heart disease and stroke. Start today by walking. It’s the simplest positive change you can make to improve your heart health. Find out where you stand with Life’s Simple Seven by taking the My Life Check assessment at www.heart.org/mylifecheck.
To address the growing problem of childhood obesity, the American Heart Association advocates for strengthening nutrition standards in schools and providing healthier food options. To get involved, join the You’re the Cure Network at http://www.yourethecure.org/.
Pledge to adopt a healthier lifestyle. Download the American Heart Association’s new Walking Path mobile phone application to locate nearby walking paths, track your steps and motivate friends by linking to your favorite social media resources. http://www.startwalkingnow.org/
The American Heart Association advocates for continued funding for Safe Routes to Schools to create safe, convenient and fun opportunities for children to be more physically active to and from school. Learn about projects in your community at www.saferoutespartnership.org/state/statemap.
The American Heart Association supports federal and state policies that promote safe and accessible ways for Americans to be physically active. To get involved, join the You’re the Cure network at www.heart.org/yourethecure.
Stroke
What's good for your heart is good for your brain. Cardiac rehab gives a boost to stroke patients too. What added benefits have you personally discovered by going to cardiac rehab? Visit Simple Science at Heart to learn more.
Did you know stroke affects people of all ages? Every 40 seconds someone has a stroke — and if a stroke doesn’t kill, it may cause physical or mental disability. Stroke is a medical emergency. Call 9-1-1 if you think you or someone you’re with is having a stroke. Visit http://www.strokeassociation.org/ for more information.
Stroke can happen to anyone, at any time and at any age. Learn to recognize a stroke, because in a stroke emergency, time lost is brain lost. For every minute you don’t get help, more brain cells die. Learn more about stroke at http://www.strokeassociation.org/.
A diet high in sodium is linked to high blood pressure, a leading risk factor for stroke. Shake the salt habit by lowering your sodium intake. Choose healthier options including fruits, vegetables, seafood and whole grains. Learn more at http://www.yourethecure.org/.
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