Throughout the year, our blog will feature AHA volunteer stories of survival and hope. We know there are thousands of stories like these - thats why we want to say “Thanks” to all of you for giving your time and sharing your lives with us. You can’t spell CURE without U! Thank you for all you do to build healthier lives free of cardiovascular disease and stroke. YOU’RE THE CURE!

Monday, June 1, 2009

2009 Empower Me Poster Contest!

2009 empowerME Poster Contest -

Many kids and teens in America (nearly 1 in 3) don’t take good care of their bodies.

Being unhealthy isn’t just about the way you look.

Over time, it can lead to serious problems you definitely don’t want, like high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol and diabetes.

As this poster shows, you can choose to eat right and be active to stay healthy and strong. Start today... It’s your health. You are the solution!

Just print out the following sheets and draw a picture on the back of yourself making healthy choices and send them to Katie Green at Katie.Green@heart.org or mail entries to:

American Heart Association Attn: Katie Green
208 S LaSalle Ste 1500
Chicago, IL 60604
You may use crayons, markers or pencils,but please, no computer graphics.
Entries will be judged oncreativity, originality and effectiveness.The contest runs from May 9 – July 15, 2009.
The Grand Prize Winner’s drawing will be featured in a Daily Herald adand on a greeting card created by Paper Affairs.
Visit http://www.empowerme2b.org/ for more information.

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