Stroke is the number three killer and the leading cause of disability.
Our mission is to reduce disability and death from cardiovascular disease and stroke. Learn about us through this website. Find out more about Operation Heartbeat and Operation Stroke . Look for exciting local events , employment opportunities , and learn how to make a donation to help save lives. If you live in Delaware or Pennsylvania, you can find your local American Heart Association office , locate local CPR training centers , AHA employment opportunities , and heart and stroke research projects funded by the Pennsylvania Delaware Affiliate.