If you have ever considered running in a marathon, undoubtedly you came up with endless excuses that kept you from taking the first step. The American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, can now help you cross the finish line while raising desperately needed funds to fight America's leading disabler - stroke. The opportunity to help save lives.
Stroke is the nation's leading cause of disability and third leading killer.
The American Stroke Association was created in 1998 to emphasize the importance of stroke, and spotlight and strengthen the American Heart Association's effort to reduce death and disability from stroke through research, education, fund raising and advocacy. It is through programs like Train to End Stroke that the American Stroke Association gains the funds it needs to continue its mission to reduce the incidence and effects of stroke.