American Heart Association/American Stroke

The American Heart Association, together with its American Stroke Association division, is the national nonprofit working to prevent and fight heart disease and stroke. Its presence in Oneida County connects it to Mohawk Valley residents and employers through the Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce, where it sits among local businesses and organizations.

Heart disease and stroke are leading health concerns across the country, and the association is known for funding research, public education and CPR training. For local families and workplaces, it is a source of health information and a way to get involved through events and volunteer work.

What to Know

• It is a national nonprofit focused on heart disease and stroke.
• The American Stroke Association is a division of the American Heart Association.
• The organization is known for CPR training and health education.
• It is a member of the Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce.