Janelle Reilly, CEO of CHI Memorial, will lead the American Heart Association’s 2024 Tennessee Valley Heart Walk. This event aims to increase CPR education and raise funds for heart and brain health, addressing the fact that only 1 in 10 people survive cardiac arrest outside of the hospital in the U.S. Immediate CPR can double or even triple survival chances.
Scheduled for September 28th at Coolidge Park in Chattanooga, the event will gather families, friends, and colleagues for heart-healthy activities, including a 2-mile walk around the park and over the Walnut Street Bridge. This year’s walk is particularly significant as it coincides with the American Heart Association’s centennial year.
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“Reaching a centennial milestone is a remarkable achievement for any organization, and I’m honored to contribute to the American Heart Association’s life-changing work,” stated Reilly. “The Heart Walk is an impactful event that not only raises funds for heart and stroke research and initiatives but also educates participants on recognizing the signs of a heart attack or stroke, learning CPR, and adopting simple lifestyle changes for better health.”
The Executive Leadership Team for the Tennessee Valley Heart Walk includes:
– Dr. Rebecca Ashford, President, Chattanooga State Community College
– April Cameron, President & CEO, CHA Airport
– Jim Coleman, President & CEO, Erlanger Baroness Hospital
– Dr. Matt Gibson, President & CEO, Siskin Hospital for Physical Rehabilitation
– Dr. Linda Hill, Program Coordinator of the Nurse Anesthesia Program, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
– Becky Jackson, Vice President of Communications & Marketing, NACS & MedSrv
– J.Ed. Marston, Vice President of Strategic Communications & Marketing, EPB
– Matt Thomas, Manager of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation, CHI Memorial
“We are incredibly grateful for these leaders who are stepping up to move the needle when it comes to heart disease and stroke,” expressed Emily Niespodziany, Executive Director of the American Heart Association. “Through the various Heart Challenge initiatives, we can drive maximum impact through employee engagement and corporate fundraising. Together, we can save lives right here in Chattanooga and the Tennessee Valley.”
The Tennessee Valley Heart Walk offers resources, tools, and activities to support both mental and physical well-being for companies and the community. For more information about Heart Challenge™ or to get your company involved, contact Mary Pike, Heart Challenge Director, via email at [email protected] or visit chattanoogaheartwalk.org.
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