Heart disease has remains the #1 killer of Americans and has a significant impact on folks in this industry. The American Heart Association funds more cardiovascular and stroke research than any U.S. organization except the federal government. In addition, they have prioritized several other impact areas to drive equitable health impact, including supporting research, reducing chronic conditions that contribute to cardiovascular disease, and improving nutrition security and mental health. 

Why we need your help: 

• Every 34 seconds, someone has a heart attack. 
• Every 40 seconds, someone has a stroke. 
• One in 25 construction workers have diabetes. Diabetes increases a person’s risk of cardiovascular diseases. 
• One in 25 construction workers have been diagnosed with cardiovascular disease.
• One in 4 construction workers use tobacco. Smoking is the leading preventable cause of death here in the U.S.