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American Stroke Association
American Stroke Association
Our mission is to build healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. That single purpose drives all we do. The need for our work is beyond question. |
Caregiver Action Network
Caregiver Action Network
The Caregiver Action Network is the nation’s leading family caregiver organization working to improve the quality of life for the than 90 million Americans who care for loved ones with chronic conditions, disabilities, disease, or the frailties of old age. We serve a broad spectrum of family caregivers ranging from the parents of children with special needs, to the families and friends of wounded soldiers; from a young couple dealing with a diagnosis of MS, to adult children caring for parents with Alzheimer’s disease. We are a non-profit organization providing education, peer support, and resources to family caregivers across the country free of charge. |
Go Red for Women
Go Red for Women
Go Red For Women encourages awareness of the issue of women and heart disease, and also action to save more lives. The movement harnesses the energy, passion and power women have to band together and collectively wipe out heart disease. |
HOPE: A Stroke Recovery Guide
HOPE: A Stroke Recovery Guide
Recovery from stroke is a lifelong process. For many people recovery begins with formal rehabilitation. It is important for you and your family to know that no matter where you are in your recovery journey - there is always hope. Learn as much as you can about stroke and recovery, and the resources that are available. National Stroke Association has designed this publication to provide you with valuable information and help you on your road to recovery. |
Million Hearts® Initiative
Million Hearts® Initiative
Heart disease and stroke are two of the leading causes of death in the United States. Million Hearts® brings together communities, health systems, nonprofit organizations, federal agencies, and private-sector partners from across the country to fight heart disease and stroke. |
National Stroke Association
National Stroke Association
For more than 30 years we have become the trusted source for free resources and education for the entire stroke community. We develop programs across the full continuum of stroke—prevention, acute treatment, and rehabilitation. We promote life-saving stroke information, provide objective and credible information, impact survivor empowerment and stroke community quality of life, and give voice to those denied their rights because of stroke. |
National Wear Red Day
National Wear Red Day
National Wear Red Day is the first Friday each February. It’s a special day created by the Go Red for Women organization designed to bring attention to this staggering fact. We encourage everyone to wear red, raise their voices, know their cardiovascular risk and take action to live longer, healthier lives. |