When Rekha Desai had a stroke, her son, Dr. Dhaval Desai, reacted in doctor mode and got her quick care. But throughout her recovery he was in son mode, which proved to be eye-opening. Read her story at spr.ly/6014bdcGA.

You can help change the face of health research for future generations by sharing health and activity data from your Apple Watch. Learn how to participate in the study, a collaboration with @american_heart and Brigham and Women's Hospital sponsored by Apple. spr.ly/6015ugYod

Louisiana resident and muscician Chelsea Keenan's life turned upside down in 2014 when she had a stroke. A decade later, she's rebuilding her life and finding purpose in helping others. spr.ly/6018ZgOkA

Help future generations:
1 Install the Research app on your iPhone
2 Select Apple Heart & Movement Study
3 Read the intro & consent to share your Apple Watch data
The Apple-sponsored study is a collaboration between American Heart Association and Brigham and Women's Hospital

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Caring for a loved one who had survived a stroke is rewarding and challenging. Burnout and depression are common among caregivers, but there are tools to help. Find out more at spr.ly/6018TjiOQ

At least 2.7 million Americans are living with atrial fibrillation, increasing their risk for stroke 5X. Here’s what you should know about AFib. Get the support at spr.ly/6013TjToW.

@HCAHealthcare Foundation is the national sponsor of Getting to the Heart of Stroke™.

After a stroke, the way the brain communicates with muscles may change, leading to stiffness and pain called spasticity. It can be made worse by having a full bladder, stress, or extreme temps.

IpsenUS is a proud sponsor of American_Stroke Spasticity Education Initiative

CPR helped save Damar Hamlin. It could save someone you love, too. Learn CPR and be a lifesaver. Find a class at spr.ly/6019VU3av. #HeartMonth #NationofLifesavers

'Stayin' Alive is the classic lifesaving beat! 🙌 ❤️

It takes just 2 steps to save a life: Call 911, then push hard & fast on the chest.

This #HeartMonth we're asking YOU to join the #NationofLifesavers and get CPR certified. Find out how at spr.ly/6011VU3sH.

Knowing what causes a flare up can help you avoid an episode of atrial fibrillation, an irregular heartbeat that increases stroke risk. Get the support you need at spr.ly/6013TjpY9.

@HCAHealthcare Foundation is the national sponsor of Getting to the Heart of Stroke™.

Learn to be a lifesaver. Find a CPR class for your family this American Heart Month. Learn more at spr.ly/6012VU3Us. #HeartMonth #NationofLifesavers

Through 2/24, @CVSPharmacy customers can support American Heart Association's GoRedforWomen movement and our work in maternal health. Every dollar donated at the register makes a difference against cardiovascular disease, No. 1 killer of new moms. CVS Health is a Go Red national sponsor.

Up to 80% of strokes may be prevented. By having regular medical checkups and knowing your risk factors, you can make lifestyle changes to help prevent stroke. Learn more at spr.ly/6010Tji1Y

High blood pressure can be checked, lowered and controlled. To keep yours in a healthy range:
🥗 Eat a healthy diet
🧂 Lower salt intake
🚶 Move more
⚖️ Maintain a healthy weight
😌 Manage stress
🚭 Don’t smoke
💊 Take prescribed meds
🍷 Limit alcohol

Many cardiac and stroke events can be prevented with awareness of risk factors and lifestyle changes. This #HeartMonth , make your health a priority. Encourage the women in your life to do the same. CVS Health is a national sponsor of GoRedforWomen.

Be ready to save a life. Learn CPR. #HeartMonth #CPRWithHeart

The American Heart Association’s Hands-Only CPR Campaign is nationally supported by Elevance Health Foundation.

Nearly half of American adults have high blood pressure, putting them at higher risk for #stroke and heart disease. The only way to know if your BP is in a normal range is to measure it.

When pastor Nick Reed fainted on the golf course, he knew something was wrong. A trip to an ER followed the next morning by a trip to urgent care went nowhere. Finally. a visit to an ER with a comprehensive stroke center diagnosed the problem: a clot. spr.ly/6011Vy7VX

More than 350,000 people, including 23,000 children, have cardiac arrest each year. Learn CPR and be ready to act. Find CPR training at spr.ly/6012pa1ta #HeartMonth #NationofLifesavers

Know the FAST signs of stroke

😕 Face drooping
💪 Arm weakness
💬 Speech difficulty
📲 Time to call 911

The @HCAHealthcare Foundation is a national sponsor of Together to End Stroke®.