The Mercy Heart Mini-Marathon celebrates heart and stroke survivors by honoring them with an official Red Cap to wear during the event. The Red Cap is an easy way to identify those who have battled cardiovascular disease.
If you or someone you know has personally been affected by heart disease or stroke, your story is an important part of the education and awareness that will make a difference. Send your story to Lori Fovel – we’d love to hear from you!
Red Caps Are the Heart of the Mini-Marathon!
Jack Hunt, heart transplant recipient and his donor’s father, Carl Hunlock met for the first time at the Mercy Heart Mini-Marathon 30!
Kurt Oblinger, heart transplant recipient at age 20 and his mom are top fundraisers with “Team Oblinger”
Gabriel DuBois was born with a congenital heart defect that required open-heart surgery. His parents started the team “Gabriel’s Guys” in his honor
Jack Oliver had open-heart surgery at just 6 months. Jack is the heart hero behind the team “Jack of Hearts”
Wendy Shoger suffered a massive stroke at age 40. Thanks to timely treatment Wendy is fully recovered and runs the Heart Mini-Marathon every year
Team “Eric’s Express” was started in honor of Eric Aufderbeck who was born with a rare congenital heart defect that will require him to have multiple procedures throughout his life
Cindy Hodson, heart transplant recipient is annual walker at the Heart Mini-Marathon as part of her team, “Young at Heart.”
The information contained in this American Heart Association Web site is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment, and the association recommends consultation with your doctor or health care professional.
