American Heart Association Announces Dr. Kirk Garratt as 2024 Wilmington Heart Walk President

Wilmington, Delaware, March 12, 2024 – The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization specializing in cardiovascular disease and stroke, will honor Dr. Kirk Garratt, medical director of ChristianaCare’s Center for Cardiovascular Health, with the 2024 Wilmington Heart Walk.・I am proud to announce this as a chair.

The Heart Walk raises funds for the life-saving work of the American Heart Association, whose mission is to be a tireless force for people to live longer, healthier lives. HeartWalk participants have the opportunity to drive real change in the fight against heart disease and stroke, the nation’s No. 1 and No. 5 killers.

“Everyone deserves the opportunity to live a full and healthy life,” Dr. Garratt said. “As a champion of health equity, the American Heart Association works to advance cardiovascular health for all people, including by identifying and removing barriers to access and quality of care.”

As Chair, Dr. Garratt will lead a team of local executives who will recruit businesses and organizations to participate in the Heart Walk. Through this initiative, leadership teams and supporting organizations will lead action-oriented conversations about employee health, corporate engagement, community health, and community transformation while raising funds for the American Heart Association.

“As the American Heart Association celebrates 100 years of impact in 2024, and as we look to the future of lifesaving work, we are honored to honor Dr. Garratt with this important mission in support of our 100th anniversary. I am truly honored to be leading this campaign.” Chabour Henry, American Heart Association Delaware State Executive Director; “During the Heart Walk campaign, we can make a huge impact through employee engagement and support for our company’s mission.”

Throughout 2024, the Society will celebrate 100 years of scientific discovery and innovation. American Heart Association volunteers, supporters, and staff are moving forward with brave hearts toward the organization’s second century.

“As a cardiologist, I speak for all of us when I say the American Heart Association is an organization we trust. And with decades of experience in prevention, scientific research, and innovative There have been advances in treatments and discoveries,” Dr. Garratt said.

Heart disease and stroke are largely preventable through better lifestyle choices. Heart Walk provides resources, tools and activities to support the mental and physical health of employers and employees.

The 2024 Wilmington Heart Walk will be held on September 8th at Tubman Garrett Park on the riverfront. For more information about the event or to participate, please email laura.loro@heart.org or visit www.heart.org/wilmingtonwalk.

For media inquiries, please contact Athena Kerstanski Moustakas.

General inquiries: 1-800-AHA-USA1 (242-8721)
heart.org and stroke.org