Bobby McKeeby, New Jersey
Bobby McKeeby was at home in Newton, NJ last summer when a frantic woman appeared at his door. Her husband had lost consciousness in the passenger seat while she was driving. He was not breathing and needed help. After calling...
Volunteer Named a Unsung Heroine of Massachusetts
I am always so excited when our volunteers and advocates are recognized for their hard work! Diane Pickles was named by the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women (MCSW) as an Unsung Heroine. The MCSW is an independent state...
Sherri Stewart, Mrs. Oklahoma International
Sherri Stewart serves as the 2014 Mrs. Oklahoma International. Her passion for advocating for heart health issues began when her father suffered from a stroke and continued when her husband was diagnosed with congenital heart failure. Sherri has created a...
Advocate Spotlight - Karen Dionne
Karen Dionne, Washington At age 37, I envisioned my whole life ahead of me as I was planning my wedding to Michael, the man of my dreams. I was successful at my job as a sales representative at a golf...
Advocate Highlight: Mark Dunham
Mark Dunham, Idaho I have been a lobbyist in Idaho since 1984. I was the CEO of the Idaho Association of REALTORS for almost 20 years, BSU’s lobbyist for 3 years, the Vice President of IACI, and starting in November...
Sheila Ramerman - A Caregiver at the Heart of It All
Sheila Ramerman, Oregon Survivors of stroke can face enormous challenges as they recover and rehabilitate—physical, mental and emotional. And by their side are their loved ones, who care for them through it all. A stroke survivor’s family is often the...
Kathleen Harrington, Rhode Island
In the spring of 2004, our son Neil was a centerfielder for the Assumption College Greyhounds. During an away game he experienced shortness of breath and dizziness after running the bases. This continued to the point where he could no...
Bob Goodman, New Jersey
Bob Goodman was the picture of good health. His father died of a heart attack at the age of 57, when Bob was still a child. He knew that if he wanted to live a long, healthy life, it would...
Advocate Highlight: Idaho-AHPERD
In association with the American Heart Association, Idaho-AHPERD has been working diligently for the past two years to strengthen Physical Education (PE) requirements in the state of Idaho. Meetings were conducted to poll the top priorities for PE requirements and...
A Hands-On Advocate - Josh Moore
Josh Moore is saving lives, and he wants to make sure you know how to as well. A firefighter paramedic with the Eugene and Springfield Fire Department, Josh’s leadership in the community and in the State Capitol will put thousands...