The Clinton Go Red for Women event held on July 19 raised nearly $11,000 for the fight against heart disease and stroke, the #1 killer of women. In addition to raising enough funds to save more than 200 lives, the event was attended by more than 110 area supporters.
“Once again, our community was relentless in their support of the 8th Annual Clinton County Go Red For Women Luncheon,” said event chairwoman Regina Lehman from Sethness Products Company. “I would like to personally thank our sponsors, donors, speakers, committee members, and attendees of this year’s event for making it possible to raise awareness and funding for the American Heart Association.”
Dollars raised at the Go Red for Women event are used to fund the American Heart Association’s research, community health education programs, education and training for healthcare professionals, quality improvement programs, and community service in Eastern Iowa.
The American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women movement is the trusted, passionate, relevant force for change to end heart disease and stroke in women all over the world. While nearly 80 percent of cardiac events can be prevented, cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in women, claiming the lives of 1 in 3 women. For more than 15 years, Go Red for Women has provided a platform for women to come together, raise awareness, fund life-saving research, advocate for change and improve the lives of all women everywhere.
The annual success of the Clinton Go Red for Women event is due in part to local sponsors Mercy One, MAC radio and KROS Radio. Special thanks to Keynote Speaker and co-emcee Gary Detterman, as well as our co-emcee Dan Srp, past-chair Sue Watkins and featured survivor Tammi Redman.
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About the American Heart Association
The American Heart Association is devoted to saving people from heart disease and stroke – the two leading causes of death in the world. We team with millions of volunteers to fund innovative research, fight for stronger public health policies and provide lifesaving tools and information to prevent and treat these diseases. The Dallas-based association is the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. To learn more or to get involved, call 1-800-AHA-USA1, visit heart.org or call any of our offices around the country. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
