Welcome to my Heart Walk fundraising page. This cause is very near and dear to my own heart. Twenty years ago, my father suffered a massive heart attack and unexpectedly passed away. We didn’t know he was sick, and he was gone before lifesaving measures could be taken. My dad was only 53 years old and while his cholesterol and blood pressure were normal, there were other factors—like being overweight, stress, and an unknown family history of heart disease—that played a huge part. There were also potential warning signs that he was on the verge of having a major cardiac arrest that were missed.
My father is one of many tragic stories. In fact, 9 out of 10 people who suffer cardiac arrest outside the hospital pass away. Cardiac arrests happen at work, in homes, on athletic fields, and in neighborhoods everywhere, and the readiness of our community can be the difference between life and death.
It's time to unite, take action, and save lives. Every dollar donated to this cause and the AHA means more people trained in lifesaving CPR, more research, and more lifesaving moments for everyone. Together, we can turn bystanders into lifesavers.
I walk so no one else has to lose a loved one tragically to a heart attack or stroke. I Walk to Save Lives. Help me reach my goal today.
