Go Red for Women® A Woman’s Health: Every Age, Every Stage
A woman’s heart health can change throughout her different stages of life.
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
A Recording of Her Breathing Saved Her Life
Migdalia Rodriguez was planning to travel the world with her dog, Milo, when she began experiencing anxiety, fatigue and shortness of breath. After searching for answers, a recording she took of her breathing helped lead to a diagnosis: heart failure. As her heart weakened, a transplant became her only chance.
When Women Speak Up, Lives Change
After years of dismissed symptoms, heart attack and stroke survivor ShantaQuilette Carter-Williams learned the importance of trusting her instincts and speaking up. In an At the Heart of It conversation with American Heart Association CEO Nancy Brown, she shares her story and how self-advocacy can save lives.
Understanding Your Risk for Heart Disease and Stroke
Some risk factors are genetic, and you can't do anything about them. Others you can treat or control through lifestyle changes. Understanding your risk can allow you to take preventive action and make informed health decisions.
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 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.
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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