It’s not a secret: African Americans are affected by heart disease and other related illnesses more than any other racial group. In an effort to bring awareness to this issue, the American Heart Association will host its second annual Los Angeles Heart and Stroke Ball, an event that aims to ignite passion for building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. The festivities will take place on June 13 from 7:30-10:30 p.m. at the California Science Center, 700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles.
This year’s event celebrates innovation and its important role in the fight against poor cardiovascular health. The honorees will include Richard Cordova, president and CEO of Children’s Hospital Los Angeles; and Robi Reed, vice president of talent and casting for Black Entertainment Television, for making a difference in the community through their leadership and generosity.
Television personality Wayne Brady will deliver a musical performance.
Despite major advancements in treatment, heart disease and stroke are among the top five killers of Americans and Angelenos, as well as a major cause of permanent disability. Nearly 2,200 Americans die of cardiovascular disease each day—one person every 39 seconds. The Heart and Stroke Ball inspires support of the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association’s work to create a better future for children, families and communities.
