American Heart CT

Since 1949, the American Heart Association has funded more than $6.1 Billion in research ! We’re funding research at 47 schools on your bracket including $648,071 at UConn. No matter who you pick we're all winners when it comes to beating heart disease! Go @UConnHuskies!

What. A. Day. ❤️ The Greater Hartford #GoRedForWomen Luncheon was a huge success—sea of red, powerful stories, unbeatable energy. Thank you to our event Chair Caroline Wilke @CVSHealth & our keynote speaker THE Tina Charles! Follow us on Instagram & Facebook for more pics!

It’s scholarship time! 💰 High school juniors and seniors who participate in the American Heart Challenge can win a $1,000 scholarship. Learn more about our scholarship program here: spr.ly/6011B6JfyS

This Thursday we’re excited to welcome Tina Charles as our keynote speaker at the 2026 #GoRedHartford Luncheon! With a WNBA MVP, 3 Olympic golds, and a record setting career, she brings incredible insight. Today is the last day for tickets - don't miss it! spr.ly/6018B6yvwg

For more on Life's Essential 8 for Women, visit spr.ly/6015B6J20L.

Here’s what you can do to help keep your heart healthy.

The threat of heart disease and stroke among women and girls is expected to increase sharply over the next 25 years, according to a new American Heart Association scientific statement.

This past weekend we proudly hosted STEM Goes Red—a day empowering the next generation of women in STEM! Huge thanks to event chair Dr. Ayanna Walker @SCSU Hands‑on sessions + inspiring mentors = big sparks of curiosity and confidence. 🚀✨

Thank you to Caroline Wilke of @CVSHealth for leading our 2026 #HartfordGoRed Luncheon.❤️ As Chair she is educating and empowering women to improve their heart health. Join us on 3/19 to learn more! spr.ly/6013hUpZx

Excited to announce Tina Charles as our keynote speaker at the 3/19 #GoRedHartford Luncheon! Former WNBA MVP, 3× Olympic gold medalist, and one of the game’s greats. Join us! spr.ly/6014B6yQGn

🏈 Lisbon Central School scored big! Thanks to an NFL Play60 grant, students are getting new sports equipment to help them stay active and have fun. Read how this awesome opportunity will benefit the school! 📣spr.ly/6016h4jLj

❤️ When women unite, lives change. Join us March 19, 2026 for the #GoRed for Women Luncheon in Hartford! Your support fuels education, advocacy & lifesaving research. Let’s take action for the women we love. ❤️ Learn more: spr.ly/6013hUrFB

👏 Congratulations to Francine LoRusso @ynhhealth & Dr. Leslie Douglas‑Churchwell who were recently honored with the 2026 #GoRedForWomen Legacy Leadership Award for launching the movement in Greater New Haven & driving a decade of impact. ❤️ Join us in celebrating them!

@PilotFlyingJ THank you for supporting our mission!

Every heart matters, and every round-up does, too. ❤️ Round up your purchase at check out to make a difference!

@LisaCarberg The work we do and the lives saved can't be done without the support of pepole like you! Thank you for being part of our event and doing such an amazing job as our emcee. ❤️

Record amount raised ⁦@HeartCONN⁩ New Haven Go Red event! ❤️❤️

@Taylor_Kinzler We can't wait to have you as our emcee on March 19th!!

When women unite, we save lives! Join us March 19 for the #GoRed for Women Luncheon in Hartford @ctconventionctr. Your support fuels education, advocacy & lifesaving research. Thank you @Taylor_Kinzler @NBCConnecticut for being our emcee!! Learn more: spr.ly/6016hOnWn ❤️

Tomorrow’s the day for the #NewHavenGoRed Reception! Don’t forget your red and your passion for women’s heart health. 💃 We are ready to excite, unite and fight heart disease! Thank you to our Platform Sponsor the Heart and Vascular Center @ynhhealth for your support!

Thank you to @karasundlun & @ScotHaney1 on Great Day CT for hosting Dr. Saheli Nandi of @Hartford_Health and Caroline Wilke of @CVSHealth to talk American Heart Month and our upcoming Greater Hartford Go Red for Women Luncheon! ❤️ Check out the interview: spr.ly/6014hjp3m