American Heart Association, Inc. (AHA) is a U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofit focused on reducing death and disability from cardiovascular diseases and stroke. Founded in 1924 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, it operates nationwide through professional and volunteer networks spanning medicine, science, and public health.
The AHA funds cardiovascular research, issues evidence-based clinical guidelines and hospital quality programs, publishes peer‑reviewed journals such as Circulation, delivers CPR and emergency cardiovascular care training, and engages in public health education and advocacy related to heart and brain health. Its scientific statements and data on cardiovascular risk factors—including hypertension, cholesterol, smoking, diet, physical activity, and certain environmental exposures—inform clinical practice and policy discussions that can intersect with occupational health and regulatory topics relevant to the chemical sector.
