Southern Tier celebrated National Wear Red Day last week to help raise awareness and funds to fight the number one killer of women – cardiovascular disease. The American Heart Association (AHA), the leading voluntary health organization devoted to longer, healthier lives with its “Go Red for Women” movement, thank hundreds of Southern Tier and Central New York businesses, organizations and schools who went “red” to support National Wear Red Day. The program included UHS Vestal, Lourdes and Robert Packer Hospital.
Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women, taking more lives than all forms of cancer combined. Heart disease and stroke claim the lives of 1 in 3 women – a third of our mothers, sisters and friends.
While nearly 80 percent of cardiac events can be prevented through education and lifestyle changes, cardiovascular diseases continue to be a woman’s greatest health threat. To treat, beat and prevent heart disease and stroke, women should understand family health history, know their five key personal health numbers to help determine risk and make healthy behavior changes like moving more, eating smart and managing blood pressure.
About Go Red for Women
The American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women® movement is the trusted, passionate, relevant force for change to end heart disease and stroke in women all over the world. While nearly 80 percent of cardiac events can be prevented, cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in women, claiming the lives of 1 in 3 women. For 15 years, Go Red for Women has provided a platform for women to come together, raise awareness, fund lifesaving research, advocate for change and improve the lives of all women everywhere. The American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women movement is nationally sponsored by CVS Health, with additional support from national cause supporters. Connect with us on GoRedforWomen.org, Facebook, Twitter or by calling 1-888-MY-HEART (1- 888-694-3278).
