Heart disease is deeply personal to me. I suffered a major heart attack in 2019, but it did not stop there. In 2020, I was diagnosed with pericarditis and had a pericardial window. In late 2023, I was diagnosed with heart failure. This past March I had a defibrillator/pacemaker implant placed. The American Heart Association and the money raised is critical to educate, raise awareness, and fund further research to reduce the number of people dying from our nation's #1 killer, heart disease.
This year we are walking and raising money to honor Connor Spivey. The London High School senior passed away suddenly this past April, just weeks before his high school graduation. Connor passed away in his sleep to Sudden Arrythmic Death Syndrome (SADS).
Join our team, walk, donate – just do something to help save a life because if this disease has not affected a family member or loved one yet, it undoubtably will touch you in the future.
We are walking together - not only for our own health, but also for yours. And for the health of our parents, our children, and our grandchildren.
The Heart Walk is a time of celebration, joy, and inspiration. It's also an event where people work together to support one single goal - to create a world free of heart disease and stroke.
This year, as we celebrate the Centennial of the American Heart Association, we will move into our second century with Bold Hearts focused on the work ahead while celebrating our lifesaving history with those who have made it possible. This relentless pursuit will continue until heart disease and stroke no longer exist.
Be a relentless force. Be a supporter of critical research. Be a lifesaver. Be a part of an unstoppable team. Join us now and walk to save lives.
