American Heart Association

The American Heart Association is a national voluntary health agency founded in 1924 to address cardiovascular disease and stroke, the leading and fifth-leading causes of death in the United States, respectively. The organization hosts community events and works with volunteers to raise funds for life-saving research and public education. The American Heart Association recommends consulting a healthcare provider for personal health matters and urges individuals experiencing heart attack or stroke symptoms to call 911 and seek professional treatment.