Outreach

OUTREACH

When it comes to promoting the prevention of cardiovascular disease, we’re home on any stage. In 1981, we took our prevention message to the masses, administering a nationwide heart test on a special ABC episode of ABC’s 20/20. Overnight, literally millions of people became familiar with their cardiac risk factors and as a result, many began to make changes in their lifestyle or initiate a discussion with their physicians. Just two years later, Dr. Edward B. Diethrich presided over a worldwide television broadcast of a live open-heart operation to educate the public on the effects and treatment of cardiovascular disease. This program is still referred to today as a landmark event that dramatically illustrated the educational power of television.

Today, we continue to deliver that educational spirit which continually informs the public about heart and vascular disease prevention.

Public Forums

From small group presentations to large seminars like the Annual Public Forum on Your Cardiovascular Health, the Arizona Heart Foundation is consistently identifying opportunities to reach and enlighten the community. 

High School Outreach

Project Lead the Way (PTLW) is the nation’s leading provider of rigorous and innovative Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education for middle and high schools. The Arizona Heart Foundation participates as a PTLW educational partner with Campo Verde High School in Gilbert, Arizona. Through developing, presenting, and evaluating curriculum enrichment activities for its Biomedical Sciences Program, students can participate in lectures, hospital rotations, competitions, and volunteer opportunities.

By connecting students with mentors, healthcare leaders, and industry partners, we join Campo Verde High School in their mission to create relationships, build better people, and change the world.