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Before his sophomore year in college, swimmer Ben Pastva found himself in the hospital, hooked up to machines and thinking, "I just need to live." Less than 3 years later, he was breaking a school record, with a new heart. Read his Story From the Heart: spr.ly/60154eyr5

Everyone deserves a healthy life. LGBTQ+ communities face unique stressors, but care, connection & support can protect the heart. #PrideMonth

Everyone deserves a longer, healthier life. We're partnering with LGBTQ+ communities to break barriers and fight heart disease and stroke—together. #PrideMonth

After 20 years in the Army, Jeff Pharris retired and was enjoying more time with his wife and three teenagers. He was working part-time as a substitute teacher fondly nicknamed "the Viking sub." Then his aorta tore. Read Jeff's Story From the Heart: spr.ly/60174cBdW

Kristen delivered her baby boy, Brian, by C-section. Minutes later, she was undergoing open-heart surgery to repair an aortic aneurysm. Now, she's enjoying every moment of family time with her fiancé and two kids. Read Kristen's Story From the Heart: spr.ly/60164cB3o

Here's a look back at some of the most memorable moments so far this year—filled with energy, community, and heart. From inspiring stories and impactful campaigns to fun gatherings and awareness initiatives, we're off to an incredible start! Thank you! Heart.org/Wisconsin

Congratulations going out to our 2019 Milwaukee Heart and Stroke Ball Heart Warrior, Manny Rios, who officially graduated from Kenosha Tremper High School last month and was celebrated in grand style last weekend in Kenosha! We're so proud of you, Manny! ❤️

Thanks to the Wisconsin State Journal for publishing this Letter to the Editor, written by longtime Wisconsin American Heart Association volunteer, Nicky Leto, that urges support of Cardiac Emergency Response Plans in schools! Check out the link here: spr.ly/60114YnjX

🚨 Tens of millions rely on Medicaid and SNAP to survive. Parents. Children. Veterans. Seniors. Working people. People with chronic illnesses, such as CVD. ☎️ Please tell your representative: We will not be silent while lives hang in the balance. spr.ly/60114lE4B

As a child, Chris had two lifesaving surgeries to fix a congenital heart defect. When he learned his son, Carter, also had a heart defect, doctors at the same hospital stepped in to help. Read his Story From the Heart: spr.ly/60134YT13

TJ Smith dwas a volunteer EMT, but he didn't go to a doctor for a decade. Until early one morning, when chest pain while getting ready to answer a 911 call brought him to his knees. Read his Story From the Heart: spr.ly/60184cEzi

The first two times Barbara Collura saw a doctor, she left without answers. She went back a third time, after her sister – who worked in an emergency room – told her to "cause a ruckus." Read her Story From the Heart: spr.ly/60124cE3i

Saraa thought she had food poisoning or a stomach virus. She was actually in heart failure. But a year and a half later, testing showed she was in remission – and wouldn't need a new heart after all. Read her Story From the Heart: spr.ly/60114cEuR

Angie went from being in the best of health to recovering from a heart attack and relearning to walk and talk. One of her goals for recovery: to get married wearing heels and a wedding – not a hospital gown. Here's her Story From the Heart: spr.ly/60164cEw8

After Jamie Dawson learned, 18 weeks into her pregnancy, that her son Jackson had four heart anomalies, she climbed into bed and cried for three days. Then she felt Jackson kick for the first time. Read Jamie and Jackson's Story: spr.ly/60144cEii

Amazing work in Manitowoc County! #librarieswithheart

High school basketball coach Walt Morris almost died because he ignored symptoms of an aortic dissection. Now, he's sharing his story to make sure others don't make the same mistake. Read his Story From the Heart: spr.ly/60124cElY

At 31, Carrie had a heart attack while cycling in the Rocky Mountains. Despite her fitness level, she couldn’t outpace her family’s heart history. Read her Story From the Heart: spr.ly/60164cEoE

We’re honored to have Nicole Gilbertson and Sarah Gilbertson, of Blain's Blain's Farm & Fleet, leading the 32nd Bert Blain Memorial Heart Walk campaign! Join them as we walk to honor the past, celebrate the present, and save lives for the future. Register: RockCountyHeartWalk.org

Do you remember Jump Rope for Heart? The American Heart Association’s kid-focused events have raised a total of $1.8 billion to improve heart health and inspired generations to be active and healthy. spr.ly/60194Q2j9