Fighting heart disease and stroke seems like a huge battle. It's hard to believe that just one voice can make a difference. But it can. By writing, calling or visiting with decision-makers, you can help change the laws and policies that affect your life.
Advocacy is the act or process of advancing or defeating a cause, policy or proposal.
Advocacy is a powerful tool for producing social change. Advocacy victories can affect the quality of life for entire communities for many years. Advocacy can help reduce death and disability from heart disease and stroke. Together, our voices can help change the laws and policies that affect our lives. New FDA food labeling guidelines to help the public make informed and healthy food choices.