I am walking and chose to take part in this fundraiser this year as heart disease has had a personal impact for me and my family. A little over three years ago my father unexpectedly had to have open heart surgery. He had a blockage that they refer to as the "Widow Maker". Most individuals don't realize this until it's too late so my family was very fortunate that with the right medical intervention my father is now heathier and getting to spend more time with our family.
9 out of 10 people who suffer cardiac arrest outside the hospital die. In most of those cases, bystander CPR was not performed. But we can change this. ​
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, means more people trained in lifesaving CPR, more research and more lifesaving moments for everyone. Together, we can turn bystanders into lifesavers.​
I Walk to Save Lives. Help me reach my goal today.​
