American Heart Association Hosts 2025 New River Valley Heart Walk

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The American Heart Association is set to bring the community together in support of heart health with the 2025 New River Valley Heart Walk, taking place on October 11 at Christiansburg Huckleberry Park. The event will feature a range of activities, including a Kids Zone, the annual Pup Parade, and more, all aimed at raising funds to fight heart disease and stroke, the leading causes of death in the U.S. Co-chaired by Aaron Carr of Eyecare & Surgery Blacksburg and Lauren Dudley of LewisGale Hospital Montgomery, the event is expected to be a fun and meaningful experience for families.

Key Takeaways:

  • The 2025 New River Valley Heart Walk will be held on October 11 at Christiansburg Huckleberry Park.
  • The event aims to raise funds to fight heart disease and stroke, the leading causes of death in the U.S.
  • Co-chairs Aaron Carr and Lauren Dudley are leading the effort to bring the community together in support of heart health.
  • The event will feature a Kids Zone, the annual Pup Parade, and other activities for families to enjoy.
  • Registration is free and can be done quickly and easily by visiting www.NRVHeartWalk.org.
  • Leading sponsors include MOOG, Carilion Clinic, LewisGale Hospital Pulaski, LewisGale Hospital Montgomery, InMotion, and the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM).
  • Media supporters for the event include WDBJ 7 News, Q99FM, and Lamar Outdoor.
  • The American Heart Association is grateful for the support of sponsors and community partners, without whom the event would not be possible.

Statistics:

  • Heart disease and stroke are the leading causes of death in the U.S.
  • The 2025 New River Valley Heart Walk aims to raise funds to support heart health research.

Sources:

  • American Heart Association press release (date not provided)
  • Christie Steele-Garcia, development director for the American Heart Association
  • Aaron Carr, co-chair of the 2025 New River Valley Heart Walk
  • Lauren Dudley, co-chair of the 2025 New River Valley Heart Walk
  • MOOG
  • Carilion Clinic
  • LewisGale Hospital Pulaski
  • LewisGale Hospital Montgomery
  • InMotion
  • Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM)
  • WDBJ 7 News
  • Q99FM
  • Lamar Outdoor