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Tools for Advocates

Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Lawmakers respond to constituents like you, who speak up about issues affecting our communities. When you send an email, write a letter, or make a phone call about policies that can help fight heart disease and stroke, You’re the Cure! You can also help recruit others to the network. Check out these resources for successful advocates:
60 Second Advocate
Tips for Success
Where to Recruit New You're the Cure Advocates


Have you Found Us on Facebook?
If you don’t already follow your state’s You’re the Cure Facebook page, it’s a great way to keep up with what we’re working on and help raise awareness of the heart-health issues in your state. Click now to Like your state’s Facebook page: DE, KY, OH, PA, or WV.


Are you LinkedIn?
You may have heard that LinkedIn has now added a section that allows you to note your volunteer experience and favorite causes. If you’re a LinkedIn member and wanted to take advantage of adding the great work you do to your profile, simply go to LinkedIn, Edit Profile, Add Sections, Scroll to Edit Volunteer Experience and Causes and add AHA.


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If you haven’t visited our You’re the Cure Blog lately, check it out for the latest news and tips on how to be (and make your community) heart-healthy!
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Welcome to the online home for American Heart Association advocacy in the Great Rivers Affiliate! The Great Rivers Affiliate includes Delaware, Kentucky, Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.

We update regularly about our ongoing legislative issues (for example: tobacco prevention and cessation, childhood obesity, nutrition, stroke and STEMI systems of care, etc). We hope this blog proves to be a resource to keep our amazing advocates up-to-date with our fast-paced legislative happenings!

You don't have to be a doctor to save lives - just an advocate with the American Heart Association and its division the American Stroke Association. In just a few moments, you can make a huge difference. All you have to do is respond to the issues and action alerts that you feel are important.

Join You're the Cure today!

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