Organization

American Stroke Month

Presented by American Heart Association

May 1-May 31, 2013

American Stroke Month is a national month to remember that stroke is the No. 4 killer of Americans and the No. 1 preventable cause of disability. Stroke is largely preventable through healthy lifestyle choices, it is treatable when you recognize the warning signs, and it is beatable. During American Stroke Month, take a few seconds to learn how...

National CPR Week

Presented by American Heart Association

June 1-June 7, 2013

National CPR Week reminds everyone of the importance of knowing how to perform CPR and save a life. 

9 out of 10 people who suffer an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest die because they don’t receive immediate CPR from someone on the scene. Sudden cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death, and can happen to anyone at any time....

2013 Go Red For Women Luncheon

Presented by American Heart Association at Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center

April 12, 2013

Join the American Heart Association and hundreds of area women as they celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Go Red For Women movement with heart-healthy educational activities, "red" makeovers, health screenings and a luncheon with special keynote speakers. Funds raised go to support Go Red For Women's mission of fighting the No. 1...

World Health Day 2013

Presented by American Heart Association

April 7, 2013

This World Health Day, April 7th, the World Health Organization and the American Heart Association team up to focus on the global problem of high blood pressure. More than one in three adults worldwide have high blood pressure, which leads to more than 9 million deaths each year, including half of all deaths due to heart disease and...

National Walking Day

Presented by American Heart Association

April 3, 2013

Join the American Heart Association and millions across the country for National Walking Day, and celebrate a healthy lifestyle featuring physical activity. On this day, Americans are encouraged to lace up their sneakers and take at least 30 minutes out of their day to get up and walk. It's a great way to raise awareness of the importance of...

2013 Rutherford Heart Ball

Presented by American Heart Association at Stones River Country Club

February 23, 2013

Join the American Heart Association and friends in Rutherford County at the annual Rutherford Heart Ball, and celebrate the association's mission and accomplishments. Funds raised go to support research, public health initiatives and community education to fight the No. 1 killer of men and women, heart disease.

40th Annual Nashville Heart Gala

Presented by American Heart Association at Schermerhorn Symphony Center

February 2, 2013

Join the American Heart Association at a very special 40th annual Nashville Heart Gala to celebrate its mission, history and accomplishments. Funds raised go to support research, public health initiatives and community education to fight the No. 1 killer of men and women, heart disease.