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Whether you’re an aortic patient, a caregiver, or have lost a loved one to aortic dissection, The John Ritter Foundation can connect you with a peer who understands.
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The John Ritter Foundation for Aortic Health is committed to funding research that will prevent aortic dissections. But we can't do it without your help.
Thoracic Aortic Disease In the Black Community
Black patients who present with aortic dissections do so on average almost a decade earlier than White patients.
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Working with people who understand your journey
Whether you’re an aortic patient, a caregiver, or have lost a loved one to aortic dissection, The John Ritter Foundation can connect you with a peer who understands.
MEET AN ADVOCATE
Become an Aorta Angel today
The John Ritter Foundation for Aortic Health is committed to funding research that will prevent aortic dissections. But we can't do it without your help.
Thoracic Aortic Disease In the Black Community
Black patients who present with aortic dissections do so on average almost a decade earlier than White patients.
LEARN MORE
New
Download a free copy of our book on mental health and aortic disease.
GET THE BOOK
Facing a thoracic aortic diagnosis or loss can be overwhelming - but you are not alone.
EXPLORE SUPPORT AND SERVICES
Explore the mental, emotional, and social sides of living with aortic disease through our new video.
WATCH NOW
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Working with people who understand your journey
Whether you’re an aortic patient, a caregiver, or have lost a loved one to aortic dissection, The John Ritter Foundation can connect you with a peer who understands.
MEET AN ADVOCATE
Become an Aorta Angel today
The John Ritter Foundation for Aortic Health is committed to funding research that will prevent aortic dissections. But we can't do it without your help.
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Thoracic Aortic Disease In the Black Community
Black patients who present with aortic dissections do so on average almost a decade earlier than White patients.
LEARN MORE
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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Working with people who understand your journey
Whether you’re an aortic patient, a caregiver, or have lost a loved one to aortic dissection, The John Ritter Foundation can connect you with a peer who understands.
MEET AN ADVOCATE
Become an Aorta Angel today
The John Ritter Foundation for Aortic Health is committed to funding research that will prevent aortic dissections. But we can't do it without your help.
DONATE
Thoracic Aortic Disease In the Black Community
Black patients who present with aortic dissections do so on average almost a decade earlier than White patients.
LEARN MORE
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A legacy of making a difference in aortic dissection

For more than 20 years, The John Ritter Foundation has remained committed to our goal of raising awareness and changing outcomes.

In 2003, John Ritter — beloved actor, husband, father, and friend — died suddenly due to a misdiagnosed thoracic aortic dissection. Since that time, his family and loved ones have worked to ensure his legacy helps save the lives of others. Join us as we work to fund research, provide education, and raise awareness of thoracic aortic aneurysm and dissection. Together we can save lives.

Come and knock on our door... for a very special live reading of Three’s Company!

Join us for a special live-streamed table reading as original Three’s Company cast members and celebrity guests bring the iconic sitcom back to life for one night only.

Taking place during this year’s Evening from the Heart on September 12, this unforgettable event will be streamed at no cost, so we’d love to have you there!

If you’d like to support our mission, a donation of any amount can make a real impact in aortic health.

Check back here on 9/12!

Special thanks to DLT Entertainment for the license to make this reading possible!

Aortic dissections
are preventable

Early detection and treatment can prevent premature deaths. Your support can help us achieve a future where everyone receives the care they need and deserve.

0
people suffer an aortic dissection in the US every year
Up to
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of people with an aortic dissection will lose their lives
0 %

of people could survive with prompt diagnosis and treatment

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With your support, we’re able to raise awareness and fund the essential research needed to learn the causes of thoracic aortic dissection.

I want to be remembered as just a guy who was interested in the golden thread of humanity that intertwines us all together.

Living with or caring for someone with aortic disease can feel overwhelming. It can be difficult to know where to start. We welcome you to this community and have a variety of resources to help you find your way.

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The Ritter Rules can help save lives

Learn the rules to help you recognize, treat,
and prevent thoracic aortic dissection.

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