JohnRitterFoundation

@JohnRitterFdn

The John Ritter Foundation for Aortic Health is dedicated to raising awareness of Thoracic Aortic Dissection through education, research, and advocacy.

Los Angeles, CA johnritterfoundation.org Joined March 2010

790 Following 4.3K Followers 1K Posts

Latest posts 5

JohnRitterFoundation @JohnRitterFdn Oct 28

We’re honored to have Jake on #TeamRitter for the @nycmarathon as he turns personal loss into purpose, raising funds for aortic disease research and education. With earlier diagnosis and better care, we can prevent aortic dissections and save lives.

Stefan Pollack @StefanPollack Oct 28

#NYC #Marathon runner Jake Schoeck discusses how losing his brother to an aortic dissection and finding out he had the same genetic variation inspired him to race in the New York City Marathon for #TeamRitter @JohnRitterFdn cbsnews.com/newyork/video/…
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JohnRitterFoundation @JohnRitterFdn Sep 17

Thrilled to be a part of this!

ECU Brody School of Medicine @ECUBrodySOM Sep 16

The actor John Ritter died suddenly from a thoracic aortic dissection while on the set of 8 Simple Rules. Next Friday (25th), his son Tyler and widow Amy Yasbeck visit Greenville to mark Aortic Awareness Day. Our aortic program is changing outcomes. Come and find out.

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JohnRitterFoundation @JohnRitterFdn Sep 15

Nurses play a pivotal role in advocating for patients and providing education. This webinar will review nursing considerations for thoracic aortic disease for nurses.

Although the target audience is nurses, patients and other medical providers are welcome to attend. Link 👇

THORACIC AORTIC ANEURYSM AND DISSECTION:
A NURSING PERSPECTIVE
SEPTEMBER 15, 2026 6:00 PM СT/7:00 PM ET
Bella Marin BSN, RN Patient & Advocacy Coordinator
The John Ritter Foundation for
Aortic Health

JohnRitterFoundation @JohnRitterFdn Sep 14

Two sitting members of Congress died from aortic dissection this year. Now is the time to make aortic disease visible in Congress.

If you’re in the U.S., contact your Senators and Representative. Ask them to raise awareness and support aortic research funding.

Link to guide👇

JohnRitterFoundation @JohnRitterFdn Sep 14

An incredible night! Thank you for being a part of it Marc and driving home the importance of knowing your family medical history if you can. And thank you to Kaley for continuing to support and show her love for John!

Marc Malkin Verified account @marcmalkin Sep 13

A teary-Eyed Kaley Cuoco recalled the death of her ‘8 Simple Rules’ TV Dad John Ritter while speaking last night at the @JohnRitterFdn Evening from the Heart gala...
variety.com/2026/tv/column… via @variety #justforvariety

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