Go Red for Women® Your Stories Are Important to Us
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Women motivate each other. Educate each other. Support each other. Inspire each other. Let’s Go Red together to be seen, to be counted, to be heard, to make an impact.
Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 killer of women
Since 2004, the American Heart Association’s signature women's initiative, Go Red for Women, has addressed the awareness and clinical care gaps of women’s greatest health threat, cardiovascular disease (CVD). We are prepared to meet the evolving needs of women now, and at every age, every stage and every season of their lives as their trusted, relevant source for credible, equitable health solutions.
Nearly 45% of women ages 20+ are living with some form of cardiovascular disease.
Less than half of women entering pregnancy in the U.S. have optimal cardiovascular health.
Women experience unique life stages, such as pregnancy and menopause, that can put them at an increased risk for CVD.
What’s Happening Now
Athletic Mom Suffers Sudden Cardiac Arrest at 35
Stephanie Austin’s heart stopped when she was sleeping. Stephanie’s husband recognized his wife’s distress and began CPR. Now Stephanie teaches others the skill that saved her life.
Take Actions Today for a Healthier Future
A recent scientific statement from the American Heart Association shows that the number of women and girls who may face heart problems is expected to grow over the next two and half decades. We can help prevent cardiovascular disease — starting now — for a healthier future.
Learn the Two Steps to Save a Life
Women need CPR too, but bystanders may be more hesitant to perform it in an emergency. Learn Hands-Only CPR in just two minutes and be ready to save a life.
Go Red Together
Find ways to get connected to and support other women.
Connect to a Healthier You
Learn more about risks, prevention, healthy lifestyle, risk reduction and more.
Connect with Your Community
Volunteer, attend an event, join a philanthropic group, or connect on social media.
Connect to Support
Living with cardiovascular disease or caring for someone who does? Find support.
Connect with Research
Participate in research and inspire the next generation of women leaders in STEM careers.
Connect to Make an Impact
Help advance our mission and advocate for policies that support all women’s health and well-being.
Supporting Women at Every Age and Stage of Life
Our Evolving Approach
We’re working to change a woman’s healthcare experience—so they are heard the first time, conditions are identified earlier, and care is built specifically for women. Our goal is simple: help women take back control of their health and their time.
Stages of Life
We’re advancing research, improving care across the life course, expanding access, and delivering trusted guidance where women already are. Together, these efforts are redefining what women can expect from healthcare.
Leading Voices
These experts are not just advising our strategy—they are helping reshape the future of women’s health.
Go Red Gear
Pins, pamphlets, shirts and more! We have everything you need to Go Red to
raise awareness, show your support and help fund our mission with every purchase.
Shop & Go Red! raise awareness, show your support and help fund our mission with every purchase.
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