Heart Health Advocate
Public Speaking
Victoria Rose Rodriguez is a heart disease survivor, speaker, and advocate who shares her powerful message of resilience, overcoming adversity, and heart health awareness. Having undergone open-heart surgery at just six years old, she understands the challenges of navigating health struggles and finding strength through life's difficult moments. After sudden cardiac arrest tragically took her father's life, Victoria deepened her mission to educate individuals and organizations about the importance of CPR training, emergency preparedness, and heart disease prevention. As a Go Red for Women Class of 2025 ambassador with the American Heart Association, she speaks at corporate events, conferences, and community programs, inspiring audiences with her story and providing practical takeaways on resilience, self-advocacy, and turning life’s hardships into purpose.
Community Engagement
Victoria is deeply involved in community outreach. Since becoming a spokesperson for the American Heart Association in 2001, she has passionately worked to help support heart disease survivors, Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) families, and those impacted by cardiac events. She partners with organizations such as the American Heart Association and CHD support groups to raise awareness, promote research funding, and provide resources to families navigating heart health challenges. Victoria's unwavering commitment to fighting heart disease is evident through her grass roots efforts to inform, raise awareness, and help save lives. Whether through fundraising campaigns, advocacy efforts, or CPR training initiatives, she is dedicated to ensuring that no one faces heart disease alone.
Blog Topics
Victoria’s blog serves as an informative, educational, and inspirational resource for those seeking heart health tips, CHD awareness, and life-saving knowledge. She offers information on topics such as recognizing heart attack symptoms, especially in women, managing stress for heart health, navigating life after a CHD diagnosis, and the critical role of CPR training to save lives in a moment of crisis. Her personal experiences give her the ability to share her intimate insights on building resilience, finding strength after loss, and using adversity as a tool for empowerment. Victoria provides actionable steps to help individuals take control of their health and well-being.
Join the Movement
Cardiovascular disease is the #1 cause of death worldwide, but together, we can make a difference and change the statistics. Join Victoria’s mission in spreading awareness, learning CPR, and advocating for heart health education. Follow her on social media, attend her speaking events, or sign up for her newsletter to stay informed and inspired. Whether you’re a survivor, a caregiver, or simply someone who wants to make a difference, your voice and actions matter. Let’s work together to save lives, one heartbeat at a time.
For speaking inquiries, collaborations, or advocacy partnerships, contact: victoriaroserodriguez21@gmail.com