Go Red for Women!

     Heart disease is the number one killer of women. According to the American Heart Association, heart disease kills one in three women each year, that's approximately one women every minute. Every year, the organization's "Go Red" campaign issues a challenge to help get the word out and educate women on the disease as well as build support for the cause. Go Red for Women Day is Feb. 1 and you're encourage to wear red to work and around the community. The first national wear red day was ten years ago, and great strides have been made since that time. The American Heart Association cites:

• 21% fewer women dying from heart disease
• 23% more women aware that it’s their No. 1 health threat
• Publishing of gender-specific results, established differences in symptoms and responses to medications and women-specific guidelines for prevention and treatment
• Legislation to help end gender disparities

 You can do more than just wear red. There are plenty of other activities and efforts you can get involved in. Just click below for more information.

Go Red for Women information