Thousands of Tulsans are stepping up today in the fight against heart disease at the American Heart Association’s annual Heart Walk, an event designed to raise awareness, honor survivors, and fund critical heart research.
The morning kicked off at ONEOK Field in downtown Tulsa on Saturday, where participants gathered for a day centered around health, community, and remembrance. Attendees had the option to take part in either a one-mile Survivor Mile or a 5K walk. A Kids Dash on the baseball field also gave younger participants a chance to join the fun, starting at 9 a.m.
Organizers say the Heart Walk is about more than just exercise — it’s about turning bystanders into lifesavers. Organizers say it is an opportunity for the community to really wrap our arms around those who have survived, those who are currently fighting and living with heart disease, and to honor those who have been lost…