American Heart Association - Kentucky

08/31/2026

We are proud to share that the Kentucky team received five awards at the 2026 American Heart Association Midwest Region Awards Ceremony!

These honors reflect the dedication, passion and hard work of our team members who bring our mission to life in communities across Kentucky every day. Their commitment to improving health and hope for everyone, everywhere continues to inspire and drive meaningful impact.

Congratulations to all of this year’s award recipients in Kentucky and to our colleagues across the Midwest Region for their outstanding achievements. Together, we are making a difference and advancing our lifesaving mission.

08/28/2026

08/27/2026

Great care changes lives. Congratulations to the 70 Kentucky hospitals and health care teams recognized by the American Heart Association for their ongoing commitment to improving heart and stroke care in communities across the country.

Learn more about Get with the Guidelines and the 70 recognized Kentucky Hospitals: https://newsroom.heart.org/local-news/70-hospitals-in-kentucky-recognized-for-advancing-quality-care-for-heart-disease-stroke

08/26/2026

Congratulations to Tully Elementary School in Louisville, Kentucky for being named our #1 Kids Heart Challenge/American Heart Challenge school in Kentucky! ❤️🎒

Your students, families and educators made a meaningful impact this year by learning lifesaving skills, building healthy habits and helping kids with special hearts live longer, healthier lives. Thank you for all of your incredible work!

Learn more about Kids Heart Challenge and American Heart Challenge and how to get involved at www.heart.org/jointhechallenge.

Tully Elementary PTA Jefferson County Public Schools

08/25/2026

Chris is alive today because his 9-year-old daughter learned CPR.

One snowy morning, Chris was outside shoveling snow in Elkhart, Indiana, when he started struggling to breathe. He collapsed on the front porch, and his wife, Jamie, quickly called 911 and began CPR, but after several exhausting minutes, she could no longer continue. That's when his daughter, Magnolia, stepped in.

Though frightened, Magnolia remembered the Hands-Only CPR skills she had practiced for years at school through the American Heart Association's Kids Heart Challenge. She stayed calm and told her mom, “I can do it.” Guided by the dispatcher, Magnolia immediately took over chest compressions and kept blood flowing until her mom could take back over. Magnolia's courage, quick thinking and training helped save her dad's life.

Register your school for Kids Heart Challenge and give students the skills and confidence to act when every second counts. https://www.heart.org/jointhechallenge

08/24/2026

Two stops down, two more to go! ❤️

A big thank you to the University of Louisville and UofL Health for hosting the next stop of our Kentuckiana Heart Walk Torch Journey and for their unwavering commitment to advancing heart health across our community.

As the torch continues its 10-week journey across Kentuckiana, it represents the collective impact of our top Heart Walk companies working together to fight heart disease and stroke.

With just two stops remaining before the Kentuckiana Heart Walk, we're excited to keep the momentum going. Stay tuned for more Torch Journey updates!

08/19/2026

Sunglasses inside? Chic.
Regularly checking your blood pressure? Even chicer.

High blood pressure is often called the "silent killer" because it usually has no symptoms, yet it can significantly increase your risk of heart attack and stroke. A quick check today could make a big difference tomorrow.

Learn more about blood pressure and what your numbers mean at https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/high-blood-pressure.

08/14/2026

We're excited to recognize the next Kentucky schools in our Top 10 Kids Heart Challenge & American Heart Challenge countdown!📚💕

Congratulations to these incredible schools for making a lasting impact on heart health in their communities:

#2 Stopher Elementary School
#3 Barry Hahn Primary School - Brandenburg Primary School
#4 Farmer Elementary

By participating in Kids Heart Challenge, these schools are inspiring students to become Heart Heroes while supporting the fight against heart disease and stroke. Their efforts help advance lifesaving initiatives including CPR education, mental well-being, congenital heart defect awareness and critical cardiovascular research.

Because of their dedication, students are learning the importance of helping others, building healthy habits and creating a brighter future for hearts everywhere. ❤️

Thank you to the students, families and educators at each of these schools for your incredible commitment and hard work this year!

Learn more about Kids Heart Challenge, American Heart Challenge and how you can get involved at www.heart.org/jointhechallenge.

08/14/2026

Happy Birthday to Jon Dye! 🎉🎂🎈

We're grateful for all Jon does to help build a healthier Kentucky through his advocacy and leadership. Thank you for the impact you make every day and for championing the health of communities across the Commonwealth. Wishing you a wonderful birthday and an amazing year ahead!

08/13/2026

Tom is alive today because 9-year-old Logan learned CPR.

Logan was sitting in his Sunday School class in Martin, Michigan, when suddenly, his teacher, Tom, collapsed from cardiac arrest. CPR was needed, but adults froze in the moment. Logan stepped up and said, “I can do it.”

Logan learned Hands-Only CPR just one day earlier through the American Heart Association's Kids Heart Challenge. He immediately began chest compressions and continued until the church safety team arrived. His quick action helped save Tom’s life.

Today, Tom calls Logan his hero—because Logan gave Tom a second chance at life.

Register your school for Kids Heart Challenge and give students the skills and confidence to act when every second counts. https://www.heart.org/en/affiliates/midwest/midwest-kids-heart-challenge-champion