National Resources
American Heart Association
In 1948, the association reorganized, transforming from a professional scientific society to a nationwide voluntary health organization composed of science and lay volunteers and supported by professional staff.
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American Diabetes Association
The moving force behind the work of the American Diabetes Association® is a network of more than 565,000 volunteers, their families and caregivers, a professional society of nearly 12,000 health care professionals, as well as nearly 350 staff members.
U.S Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Learn more about CDC's vision, mission, core values, and pledge.
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) provides global leadership for a research, training, and education program to promote the prevention and treatment of heart, lung, and blood disorders and enhance the health of all individuals so that they can live longer and more fulfilling lives.
Smokefree.gov
The National Cancer Institute (NCI) created Smokefree.gov to help you or someone you care about quit smoking. Smokefree.gov is a part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ efforts to reduce smoking rates in the United States.
Nutrition.gov
Nutrition.gov serves as a gateway to reliable information on nutrition, healthy eating, physical activity, and food safety for consumers. The site is updated on an ongoing basis by a staff of Registered Dietitians at the Food and Nutrition Information Center (FNIC) located at the National Agricultural Library (NAL), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
Million Hearts®
Million Hearts® is a national initiative to prevent 1 million heart attacks and strokes within 5 years. It focuses on implementing a small set of evidence-based priorities and targets that can improve cardiovascular health for all. Learn more about the initiative and explore the priority areas below to get resources to help you take action.
WomenHeart
WomenHeart is the first and only national patient-centered organization solely focused on supporting women with or at risk of heart disease.
The Heart Truth®
There's a lot you can do to prevent heart disease, a leading cause of death in the United States. You and your friends, family, neighbors, or colleagues can begin by working together to meet your heart health goals. Move more, work on your weight and salt intake, quit smoking—it's all easier when you have social support.
Missouri Resources
Barnes-Jewish Hospital
Our cardiac rehab program supports your recovery and helps reduce your risk of future cardiac events. Our team of doctors, nurses, exercise physiologists and registered dietitians provides you with a customized plan that combines exercise, counseling and education.
St. Louis Children Hospital
If your family has a history of heart disease or stroke, your children may be at risk of developing these conditions. At the St. Louis Children’s and Washington University Heart Center, our experts offer services that promote a healthy lifestyle to prevent heart disease.
WISEWOMAN
WISEWOMAN (Well-Integrated Screening and Evaluation for Women Across the Nation) provides heart disease and stroke prevention health screenings and education to clients of the Show Me Healthy Women (SMHW) program, Missouri’s National Early Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Project.
Missouri District Health Unit
The Upper Missouri District Health Unit (UMDHU) was founded and began offering sanitation and nursing services in Divide, McKenzie and Williams Counties in 1947.
Western Missouri Medical Center
Western Missouri Medical Center (WMMC) is a fully accredited, not-for-profit hospital in Warrensburg, MO, committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Johnson County and the surrounding communities. With advanced technology, skilled providers, and a dedicated staff, we’re proud to be your partner for health, right here at home.
Think Health St. Louis
American Heart Association Missouri
Over our 100-year history, the American Heart Association has been fighting heart disease and stroke and helping families and communities thrive. Explore the map below to see how your support has made a difference in our nation and in the places you and your loved ones call home.
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Cardiac Rehabilitation Program
The SLUCare Cardiac Rehabilitation Program is designed to help you recover faster and return to a full, productive life. Our team will develop a personalized plan for your treatment that may include: exercise counseling and training, nutrition education, stress management tips, heart-healthy lifestyle coaching, and tobacco cessation resources.
St. Louis Heart & Vascular (SLHV)
When it comes to your heart, there’s no room for compromise. You want exceptional care, experienced providers, and access to the best diagnostics and treatments available. However, healthcare costs can be overwhelming, especially when they are unexpected.
That’s where St. Louis Heart & Vascular (SLHV) stands apart. We’re proud to provide expert cardiology care that’s not just high quality, it’s also significantly more affordable than what you’ll find in hospital settings.
Missouri WomenHeart’s
Led by trained patient volunteers, WomenHeart’s local support groups meet monthly to provide women living with heart disease critical peer-to-peer support, information and encouragement. Please note, the majority of our support network meetings are conducted in English. Contact a WomenHeart Support Network Coordinator at the links below for details on the next scheduled meeting.
The St. Luke’s Heart & Vascular Institute
When you’re worried about your heart health, finding reliable information and support can make all the difference. The St. Luke’s Heart & Vascular Institute team provides you with the resources you need to prevent and manage heart-related conditions. Here are some valuable insights, guidelines and practical advice to help you maintain a healthy heart.
Greg Holthaus Memorial Fund
Their goal is to provide training, testing & equipment vital to preventing & treating sudden cardiac arrest. They also donate to programs that help area youth.
Ollie Hinkle Heart Foundation (OHHF)
Ollie Hinkle Heart Foundation (OHHF) is committed to addressing the unmet needs of heart families while transforming the future of pediatric heart care.
Georgia (Atlanta) Resources
Diabetes You Can Win
Diabetes "You Can Win" Foundation, Inc. is providing the CDC National Diabetes Prevention Program virtually for free!
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Moving Forward with Diabetes Management
he Mission of Moving Forward with Diabetes Management, LLC is to provide People with Diabetes a clear, obtainable pathway through educational learning that will enable them to make positive life choices and successfully manage their Diabetes.
