Our Initiatives
we are committed to reducing the impact of cardiovascular diseases through innovative programs, groundbreaking research, and strong advocacy. Our initiatives focus on prevention, treatment, education, and support for individuals and communities affected by heart disease.
Heart-Healthy Communities Initiative
This initiative aims to create environments that support heart health at the community level. Including Teaching children about heart-healthy diets and exercise habits, Encouraging employers to implement heart-healthy initiatives, such as stress reduction workshops, healthy food options, and fitness challenges etc.
Free Heart Screening & Early Detection Campaign
A critical part of heart health is early detection. This initiative includes Offering free or low-cost cholesterol, blood pressure, and glucose screenings at community health fairs and clinics, Providing online tools or mobile apps that allow people to assess their risk for heart disease.
Advocacy for Heart Health Policies
Heart health foundations play an important role in shaping public policy. Advocating for policies that reduce trans fats in food products, promote sodium reduction in processed foods, and provide funding for heart disease research. Lobbying for stricter regulations on tobacco products, including taxes etc
Patient Support Programs
Heart disease patients often need both medical and emotional support. Creating local or online support groups where heart patients can share experiences, offer support, and receive guidance from health professionals.
Research Grants for Cardiovascular Innovations
Supporting cutting-edge research is key to advancing heart health. Offering grants to researchers working on new treatments for heart disease, including medications, surgical techniques, and recovery methods. Sponsoring competitions for innovators to develop new technologies or devices.
Youth Heart Health Education
Focusing on the next generation to prevent heart disease before it starts. Teaching children about healthy eating, the importance of exercise, and the dangers of smoking and excessive sugar consumption. Partnering with schools to implement heart-healthy physical activities and sports.
