The AMA Foundation is advancing cardiovascular health through its support of the West Side of Chicago Hypertension Control Initiative, a community-based effort targeting one of the leading causes of death in the United States. With nearly half of U.S. adults affected by hypertension—and only one in four managing it effectively—this initiative addresses a critical public health gap. In collaboration with the AMA’s Improving Health Outcomes unit, the Foundation is funding projects focused on reducing hypertension-related complications in historically underserved communities on Chicago’s West Side. By supporting localized, data-driven interventions, this initiative reflects the AMA Foundation’s broader commitment to community health impact and its alignment with national priorities to reduce cardiovascular disease and advance health equity.