Why Wear Red?
This Friday, February 1st, is Go Red for Women Day. Why, you may ask? Well, heart disease is the leading cause of death in women, and so this is the national day to celebrate and support us women. One of the reasons I particularly like supporting associations that help prevent heart disease is because there IS a history of heart disease in my family, so this cause hits home for me.
If you’re not into wearing red, think about supporting the cause in another way: schedule a check-up with your family physician, get some physical activity on Friday, eat heart healthy food for the day, shop (while supporting a good cause), volunteer…the ideas are endless!
See the American Heart Association’s website for more ideas and information!
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Isn’t heart disease the leading cause of death in men as well? If that’s the case, shouldn’t it just be go Go Red Day?
Well, Lazyman, you are right! Heart disease IS the leading cause of death in men too, but men are much more aware of it than women are. From what I gather, women are less likely to know the signs of heart disease (and recognize when they’re having a heart attack) and do something about it. So, it’s just a day to raise awareness for heart disease and women. Thanks for pointing that out though!!