Save Our Hearts
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South Asians make up 25% of the world's population, but suffer over 50% of the world's cardiovascular deaths.
25% of heart attacks occur under the age 40 for young South Asians, and 50% occur under age 50.
South Asians develop coronary artery disease up to 10 years earlier than the general population, on average.
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Generated tens of millions of impressions across content we’ve produced or been featured on covering this issue
Partnered with the U.S. State Department to circulate our heart health content at places such as the U.S. Embassy in Dhaka
Were interviewed by staff of Congressional members who will vote on the South Asian Heart Health Awareness and Research Act
Endorsed the reintroduction of the South Asian Heart Health Awareness and Research Act
Launched #SaveOurHearts, a large scale online campaign with hundreds of South Asian actors, content creators, government officials to raise awareness
Tapped by the White House to implement research based recommendations across agencies such as HHS and Dept of Education
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Introducing the Save Our Hearts Fund, a tax-deductible entity that funds researchers and awareness efforts only related to South Asian heart health.