February is American Heart Month and the American Heart Association says that cardiovascular disease Is America’s number one killer for women. Consider these statistics:
Heart disease affects more women than men and is more deadly than all forms of cancer combined.
An estimated 43 million women in the US are affected by heart disease.
Ninety percent of women have one or more risk factors for developing heart disease.
Since the Go Red for Women campaign movement that began 10 years ago, more than 627,000 women’s lives have been saved, and 330 fewer women are dying per day.
The American Heart Association suggests ways for your company to get involved and share lifesaving information with loved ones. Go to www.WearRedDay.org for information and resources. Join the movement by joining Go Red For Women at www.GoRedForWomen.org. Research shows that women who “Go Red” are more likely to make healthy choices.
