What is the number one killer of all Americans? Heart disease. To try and battle this illness, doctors, organizations and health experts are spreading the word in February. Why? Because February is Heart Disease Awareness Month!
The American Heart Association will launch its national Go "Red For Women" campaign this February to raise awareness of cardiovascular disease. Women are encouraged to wear red clothing, red accessories and red ribbons to help raise awareness about this disease.
Doctors and health professionals are hoping to improve the health of all people through education. They are trying to teach people that certain lifestyle factors--like healthy eating, plenty of exercise, and quitting smoking--can help reduce the risk of heart disease. Healthcare experts also urge Americans to try and control their weight and blood pressure.
The "Red for Women" campaign is supported and sponsored by many different companies, including Macys and Pfizer. Consumers can donate money to heart disease research and education by purchasing certain products from Pantene, Reebok, Walgreens, and Macys.
The American Heart Association has been helping protect people from heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular diseases since 1924.
--Written by Carla Shives
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