American Heart Association’s famous luncheon event returns to Nashville

NASHVILLE - After nearly two years away from in person events, today the American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, announced the 2021/22 Middle Tennessee Go Red for Women® Luncheon will return to our community.

This signature event will be held from 11:00a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on April 20, 2022 at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center. Along with raising funds and awareness for women’s heart health, the event will celebrate a special group of women for the overall impact they have on the association’s mission and community. Known as Women of Impact, the individual whose network makes the largest impact will be named the local Woman of Impact Award Winner during the program.

“Recent Go Red for Women surveys show that younger women, Gen Z and Millennials, are less likely to be aware that heart disease is their greatest health threat,”  said Schneider Electric’s Melinda Walega, chair of the Go Red for Women movement in Middle Tennessee.“Today, many women are struggling to juggle responsibilities more than ever. They are stressed, navigating work, family, and simply keeping all the balls in the air. They wake up with an ever-growing to-do list, yet their own physical health and mental wellbeing is rarely at the top. It’s important that all women have access to health information. The American Heart Association is here at every age, every stage and every season of a woman’s life with the information they need, when they need it.”

“It’s not just about wearing red. It’s not just about sharing heart-health facts. It’s about all women standing together with Go Red for Women — because 1 in 3 women die from cardiovascular diseases and losing even one woman is too many,” said Annie Thornhill, executive director of Middle Tennessee’s American Heart Association.

“There’s something about the energy that builds when we meet in person for this movement and we’re looking forward to be being able to see one another and continue raising funds for this worthy cause.” said Thornhill.

Since 2004, Go Red for Women has had a profound impact on women’s health. As the trusted, passionate, and relevant force to eradicate heart disease and stroke , through the Go Red for Women movement, the American Heart Association remains steadfast and committed to meeting the comprehensive health needs of women — at every life stage.

The Go Red for Women Luncheon is designed to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death for women in the United States, as well as generate funds for lifesaving cardiovascular research for women.

Go Red for Women is nationally sponsored by CVS Health and the Nashville luncheon is locally sponsored by Ascension Saint Thomas Health. For more information and to register to attend the Go Red for Women Luncheon, contact Brennen Smith at 706.266.0324 or visit MiddleTNGoRed.Heart.org

About Go Red for Women® 

The American Heart Association’s signature initiative, Go Red for Women®, is a comprehensive platform designed to increase women’s heart health awareness and serve as a catalyst for change to improve the lives of women globally. While nearly 80 percent of cardiac events can be prevented, cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in women, claiming the lives of 1 in 3 women. For 18 years, Go Red for Women has encouraged awareness. The movement harnesses the energy, passion and power of women to band together and collectively wipe out heart disease. It challenges them to know their risk for heart disease and take action to reduce their personal risk. It also gives them tools they need to lead a heart healthy life. The Go Red for Women movement is nationally sponsored by CVS Health, with additional support from national cause supporters. For more information, please visit GoRedforWomen.org or call 1-800-AHA-USA1 (242-8721). 

About the American Heart Association

The American Heart Association is devoted to saving people from heart disease and stroke – the two leading causes of death in the world. We team with millions of volunteers to fund innovative research, fight for stronger public health policies and provide lifesaving tools and information to prevent and treat these diseases. The Dallas-based association is the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. To learn more or to get involved, call 1-800-AHA-USA1, visit heart.org or call any of our offices around the country. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter.