American Heart Association - Kentucky

09/08/2026

✨ When women come together, we can change the future of heart health.

Cardiovascular disease remains the No. 1 killer of women, but through Go Red for Women’s Circle of Red, we’re building a community that is stronger than our greatest health threat. Circle of Red members are champions for women’s health, helping raise awareness, fund lifesaving research and support efforts that give every woman the opportunity to live a longer, healthier life.

We recently gathered for Candles & Conversations, an evening filled with meaningful connections, inspiring discussion and a shared commitment to improving women’s heart health. Events like these remind us that when women support women, incredible things happen.

Together, we’re making an impact today while creating a healthier tomorrow. ❤️

09/05/2026

Hearty is soaking in the view before next week's big event. ❤️

In just one week, thousands of heart health advocates, survivors, supporters and families will gather for the 2026 Kentuckiana Heart Walk.

📅 September 12
📍 University of Louisville's Grawemeyer Lawn
⏰ Event opens at 8 a.m.

Together, we're walking to create a future with longer, healthier lives free from heart disease and stroke!

09/04/2026

Great coverage about Kids Heart Challenge & American Heart Challenge in Kentucky!

❤️Kentucky students learn healthy habits and lifesaving skills through Heart Association program❤️

Link in comments.

09/03/2026

Some stories remind us exactly why we Heart Walk. ❤️ 👟

Coming up next weekend, the Joe F. Reed Memorial Heart Walk returns to Wi******er on September 12, bringing our community together to celebrate survivors, honor loved ones, and fight for longer, healthier lives.

One of the most inspiring parts of every Heart Walk is recognizing heart disease and stroke survivors. This year, we're excited to feature Selbie Means, whose incredible journey is a powerful reminder of the strength of the human heart.

If you haven't heard Selbie's story, stay tuned. You won't want to miss it.

In the meantime, learn more about Selbie and the Joe F. Reed Memorial Heart Walk by watching yesterday's interview.

https://www.wkyt.com/video/2026/09/02/jackie-dawson-morgan-means-joe-f-reed-memorial-heart-walk/

08/31/2026

We are proud to share that the Kentucky team received five awards at the 2026 American Heart Association Midwest Region Awards Ceremony!

These honors reflect the dedication, passion and hard work of our team members who bring our mission to life in communities across Kentucky every day. Their commitment to improving health and hope for everyone, everywhere continues to inspire and drive meaningful impact.

Congratulations to all of this year’s award recipients in Kentucky and to our colleagues across the Midwest Region for their outstanding achievements. Together, we are making a difference and advancing our lifesaving mission.

08/28/2026

08/27/2026

Great care changes lives. Congratulations to the 70 Kentucky hospitals and health care teams recognized by the American Heart Association for their ongoing commitment to improving heart and stroke care in communities across the country.

Learn more about Get with the Guidelines and the 70 recognized Kentucky Hospitals: https://newsroom.heart.org/local-news/70-hospitals-in-kentucky-recognized-for-advancing-quality-care-for-heart-disease-stroke

08/26/2026

Congratulations to Tully Elementary School in Louisville, Kentucky for being named our #1 Kids Heart Challenge/American Heart Challenge school in Kentucky! ❤️🎒

Your students, families and educators made a meaningful impact this year by learning lifesaving skills, building healthy habits and helping kids with special hearts live longer, healthier lives. Thank you for all of your incredible work!

Learn more about Kids Heart Challenge and American Heart Challenge and how to get involved at www.heart.org/jointhechallenge.

Tully Elementary PTA Jefferson County Public Schools

08/25/2026

Chris is alive today because his 9-year-old daughter learned CPR.

One snowy morning, Chris was outside shoveling snow in Elkhart, Indiana, when he started struggling to breathe. He collapsed on the front porch, and his wife, Jamie, quickly called 911 and began CPR, but after several exhausting minutes, she could no longer continue. That's when his daughter, Magnolia, stepped in.

Though frightened, Magnolia remembered the Hands-Only CPR skills she had practiced for years at school through the American Heart Association's Kids Heart Challenge. She stayed calm and told her mom, “I can do it.” Guided by the dispatcher, Magnolia immediately took over chest compressions and kept blood flowing until her mom could take back over. Magnolia's courage, quick thinking and training helped save her dad's life.

Register your school for Kids Heart Challenge and give students the skills and confidence to act when every second counts. https://www.heart.org/jointhechallenge

08/24/2026

Two stops down, two more to go! ❤️

A big thank you to the University of Louisville and UofL Health for hosting the next stop of our Kentuckiana Heart Walk Torch Journey and for their unwavering commitment to advancing heart health across our community.

As the torch continues its 10-week journey across Kentuckiana, it represents the collective impact of our top Heart Walk companies working together to fight heart disease and stroke.

With just two stops remaining before the Kentuckiana Heart Walk, we're excited to keep the momentum going. Stay tuned for more Torch Journey updates!