Alabama AHA

Tomorrow's the day - join us for our new Birmingham Heart Walk experience! Festivities begin at 8 a.m., followed by a short program at 8:45 a.m. hosted by @BrittanyWVTM13 with @wvtm13, and the walk starts at 9 a.m. You don't want to miss it! #BhamHeartWalk

We were especially proud that the legislature honored Charlotte Richey of Oneonta, who survived a cardiac arrest while at school last year at just 14 years old. Join our Heart Powered movement by texting HEART to 46839! #alpolitics @AmHeartAdvocacy

We had a great time yesterday for our annual #HeartAtTheCapitol Lobby Day! Advocates and volunteers gathered in Montgomery to meet with lawmakers and discuss the importance of healthy policies, including funding for CPR kits in schools and healthy breakfasts for students.

Ronald M. Lazar, Ph.D., was featured by @UABNews for research showing that opening a narrowed carotid artery does not improve cognitive skills, even when plaque is removed, or the artery is open with a stent. @UABHeersink | @ahascience | @HeartAlabama 🔗 buff.ly/CGgTrL0

As we observe wear red day, it's crucial to acknowledge the significance of heart health, with cardiovascular disease continuing to be the primary cause of death among women worldwide. #goredforwomen #alabamagoesred

While he’s not (yet!) a Therapy Dog, Hugo greatly admires his Therapy Team friends and hopes to follow in their pawprints someday. Today, he’s proudly wearing red to support heart health and cheer on the cause, Frenchie style. ❤️🐾 #WearRedDay #HeartMonth #AlabamaGoesRed

Hi, I’m Saucy, a tiny pup with a very big heart. I love my humans, a good set of stretchies, and reminding everyone to take care of their hearts this #WearRedDay. Heart health matters, and I’m proud to help spread the word with Hand in Paw. #HandInPaw #WearRedDay @HeartAlabama

It’s #WearRedDay! Today marks an important reminder to all women about the impact of cardiovascular disease. It is the leading cause of death in women. Take care of your heart ❤️ and wear red with us today! #AlabamaGoesRed @HeartAlabama @abc3340

Meet Reo, one of Hand in Paw’s expert heart caretakers, who’s going all out for Wear Red Day. Reo reminds us that fighting heart disease can include wagging tails, warm snuggles, and a whole lot of love. #HandInPaw #WearRedDay #HeartMonth #AlabamaGoesRed @HeartAlabama

Happy Wear Red Day from HIP Therapy Dog Annie. She’s proof that a little style (and a lot of heart) can make a big impact. ❤️🐾 Annie’s rocking red to raise awareness about heart disease, the leading cause of death in the U.S. #WearRedDay #AlabamaGoesRed @HeartAlabama

HIP Therapy Dog, Hasley, is rocking her red to remind us that our hearts matter! It's Wear Red Day, a perfect time to support the American Heart Association with its mission to fight heart disease. Let's hear it for Hasley! ❤️🐾🐶 #WearRedDay #AlabamaGoesRed @HeartAlabama

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men, women, and people of most racial and ethnic groups in the United States! Today, my @FOX54News coworkers & I celebrate National Wear Red day to raise awareness! @HeartAlabama @American_Heart #alabamagoesred #hsvgoesred

To learn more or get involved with @AmHeartAdvocacy, text HEART to 46839 or visit spr.ly/6019CLBBc. #HeartHealthyAL

Alabama's 2026 legislative session kicked off yesterday. Some of our priorities this session include securing funding for CPR kits in schools, providing healthy school meals, and enacting a statewide policy for sudden cardiac arrest screening for student-athletes. #alpolitics

Big news, Baldwin County! 🎉 Our first Libraries with Heart program launches at Orange Beach Public Library on 12/8 at 1:30 PM. Check out blood pressure kits and take charge of your health! Locally sponsored by Bella Beach Properties.

Medical research saves lives, but right now, it’s at risk of being cut. Join us TODAY as #HeartPowered advocates nationwide urge Congress to increase NIH funding that fuels lifesaving cardiovascular research and more. Make your voice heard: ytc.quorum.us/campaign/NIH/ #UnitedForCures #CuresCantWait

Baldwin, you did it!🎉 The Baldwin Heart Walk was a success because of YOU — our walkers, donors, volunteers, and sponsors. 👏 Every step matters, and every gift saves lives. Thank you for walking with us toward a healthier future! ❤️

American Heart Association launches Sudden Cardiac Arrest Task Force: New initiative, chaired by Dr. Ryan Coute with @uabmedicine, aims to improve CPR response rates across Birmingham and beyond. Read more: spr.ly/601873HaY. #CPRSavesLives

@AlabamaWBB @GoRedForWomen Follow @GoRedForWomen to stay engaged with the Collective throughout the season. Learn more about women's heart health at spr.ly/601771CtD.

@AlabamaWBB @GoRedForWomen These calls to action include: --Knowing key health numbers including blood pressure, blood cholesterol and blood sugar/glucose --Embracing healthy eating, --Moving more through physical activity, --Abstaining from tobacco use and --Getting quality, healthy sleep.

Coach Kristy Curry, head coach of @AlabamaWBB, is one of the 19 coaches in the inaugural Hearts on the Court Collective, a part of the American Heart Association's @GoRedForWomen movement. The collective launches today. 🧵