WalkNews :: Why Wear Red On February 2nd?

From Dan Jeffers, American Institutes for Research - "I wanted to let you know about National Wear Red Day, a day when Americans nationwide will wear red to show their support for women's heart disease awareness. This year, Wear Red Day will fall on February 2nd, 2007."

Thanks to Jeffers, Walktopia's discovered that heart disease is the #1 killer of American women and facts you may be interested to know.
::: Heart disease definition: diseases of the heart and blood vessel system including heart attack, stroke and high blood pressure
::: Heart disease risk factors: conditions and habits including some you can control such as smoking, weight and level of physical activity
::: Heart disease prevention and walking: The National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute says get moving...make a commitment to be more physically active. Aim for 30 minutes of moderate-intensity activity on most, preferably all, days of the week. (You can guess Walktopia's going to suggest that walking is an excellent way to stay heart healthy!)

Wear Red Day Notes
::: The national women's heart disease awareness campaign is called The Heart Truth
::: In 2002, The Heart Truth created the Red Dress, the national symbol for women and heart disease awareness
::: First Lady Laura Bush chairs the campaign

Tags: National Wear Red Day, Heart Health, Women's Health