Go Red for Women Lunch and Learn
Representatives of Richland County held their third annual “Go Red for Women” lunch and learn.
American Heart Association
City of Columbia hosts annual “We Go Red for Women” event
In honor of National Wear Red Day on Friday, Feb. 7, the City of Columbia hosted its annual “We Go Red for Women” event.
“Your change can make change” — Decorated parking meters raise money for American Heart Association
All of the change received by the colorful meters goes directly to the American Heart Association in an effort to raise money and awareness for heart health.
$25k donation from Jim Hudson Foundation will pay for 10 AED machines at local parks
According to the American Heart Association, 23,000 young people go into cardiac arrest while exercising every year.
“Go Red” Heart Campaign kicks off with walk to Statehouse, provides tips for CPR and AED use
“With just CPR, it is vital and it is important. But, we can’t restart the heart with CPR. We’re just keeping them going until the AED arrives. So the AED is vital — whether it comes from the EMT or it comes from the one in the break room, the AED is what’s going to bring them back to life,” she says.
American Heart Association pushing for passing of SC Smart Heart Act
The American Heart Association is pushing for the passing of a new bill by South Carolina lawmakers.
City officials hold “We Go Red for Women” event, share personal stories on heart disease
Anjellica Davis developed a condition called postpartum cardiomyopathy after giving birth to her third child. Her most notable symptom was severe shortness of breath when lying down.
American Heart Association upgrading Benedict College’s student food pantry
In an effort to promote a heart healthy lifestyle, the American Heart Association announced it is upgrading the student pantry at Benedict College to ensure healthy food options are always accessible to the students.
American Heart Association and Ritedose Corporation team up for Field Day
The American Heart Association and the Ritedose Corporation on 1 Technology Circle in Columbia are teaming up for their first ever Field Day as a way to combat burnout, stress, and unhealthy habits.
City of Columbia, area businesses raise heart health awareness
The City of Columbia Parking Services and the American Heart Association are announcing the sponsors to the American Heart Initiative.
