Pretty Little Liars Actress and Go Red for Women Spokesperson Nia Peeples joined us live to promote National Wear Red Day which is on Friday, Feb 5. At the age of eight, I was devastated by the loss of my father to a heart attack.
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About the American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association: The American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association are devoted to saving people from heart disease and stroke – the two leading causes of death in the world. A favorite red dress, red shirt, or red tie and an explanation of why you’re wearing it can help urge everyone around you to protect their hearts.
That’s not all: The AHA finds almost 90 percent of women have made at least one healthy behavior change: More than one-third have lost weight; gender- and diversity-specific challenges have been identified and targeted; and advocacy efforts have been successful, including the Heart for Women Act in 2012, which required the FDA to report clinical trials based on gender. That’s according to the American Heart Association or AHA.
In partnership with this campaign, UNH’s Health Services is encouraging people to come in to Health Services to have their blood pressure taken so that they will “know their numbers”.
Raise Your Voice: Advocate for more women-related research and education.
National Wear Red Day has been the first Friday of February since 2003. Teach your kids the importance of staying active. This national icon day gives individuals everywhere a way to show their dedication and support for the cause, and empowers women to take action for their health.
She says, heart disease affects everyone whether they have fallen victim themselves or if they know someone who has.
Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women in the United States, age 21 and older.
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Flyers with educational information and tips about how to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease will be made available to visitors to the three hospitals throughout February.
