On average, someone in the United States dies of cardiovascular disease (CVD), such as a heart attack or stroke, every 34 seconds.[1] This alarming statistic underscores the urgency of addressing heart health, especially as projections indicate that the nation’s financial burden from CVD could nearly triple by 2050 due to an aging and increasingly diverse population, coupled with rising risk factors among younger individuals according to new published projections.[2] The American Heart Association, celebrating 100 years of lifesaving service in 2024, is fighting to change that. Residents of the Twin Cities are invited to join that work through the 2024 Twin Cities Heart Ball.
Photos Courtesy of American Heart Association Heart Ball
On Nov. 1, 2024, the Twin Cities American Heart Association will host the 30th Anniversary of the Heart Ball. This event is not only a celebration of the progress made in advancing heart health but also a call to action for the community to join the fight against cardiovascular disease. The Heart Ball is part of the Association’s year-round Heart of the Twin Cities initiative, which focuses on improving community health through public policy changes, equitable health care, and scientific discovery.
Photos Courtesy of American Heart Association Heart Ball
The 2024 Twin Cities Heart Ball promises to be an unforgettable evening. Attendees will gather at the Intercontinental Saint Paul Riverfront for a night of storytelling, dining, dancing, and an exciting auction. This event provides an opportunity for community members to come together, celebrate the strides made in heart health, and contribute to the ongoing efforts to improve health outcomes for everyone, everywhere.
The Association’s mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Through collaboration with numerous organizations and powered by millions of volunteers, the American Heart Association funds innovative research, advocates for public health, and shares lifesaving resources. As the Association celebrates its 100-year history and accomplishments, it continues to forge ahead into its second century with a vision to advance health and hope for everyone, everywhere.
The 2024 Twin Cities Heart Ball is more than just an event; it’s a movement. It’s an opportunity for the community to come together, celebrate the progress made, and commit to the ongoing fight against cardiovascular disease. By attending the Heart Ball, residents of the Twin Cities can play a part in advancing health and hope for everyone, everywhere.
Join the community effort to improve health and hope in the Twin Cities by attending the 2024 Heart Ball. Together, we can make a difference in the fight against cardiovascular disease.
For more information on how to support the American Heart Association or how to reserve your spot at the Twin Cities Heart Ball, visit 2024-2025 Twin Cities MN Heart Ball (ejoinme.org).
[1] Heart and Stroke Association Statistics | American Heart Association
[2] Forecasting the Burden of Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke in the United States Through 2050—Prevalence of Risk Factors and Disease: A Presidential Advisory From the American Heart Association | Circulation (ahajournals.org)
