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Show your heart some love this American Heart Month - make sure to eat healthy, exercise regularly, and get regular check-ups for a healthier you!
February 1 marks the start of American Heart Month, a special time to celebrate and promote heart health in the United States. This month-long event was initiated by the American Heart Association in 1964 and continues to this day with its mission to raise awareness about cardiovascular diseases and promote healthy lifestyle choices. During this special month, individuals can get involved in activities such as participating in heart health walks or educational events that focus on heart disease prevention. So let's join together to show our support for a healthier America!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1948</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Formation of American Heart Association</div><div class='timeline-text'>The American Heart Association (AHA) is officially established, aiming to fight heart disease and stroke by funding research and promoting healthy lifestyles.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1960</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>AHA's First Public Awareness Campaign</div><div class='timeline-text'>The AHA launches its first nationwide public health campaign to increase awareness about cardiovascular diseases.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1964</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Presidential Proclamation of American Heart Month</div><div class='timeline-text'>President Lyndon B. Johnson, a heart attack survivor, proclaims February as American Heart Month in order to raise public awareness about heart disease.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1984</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Introduction of Cholesterol Guidelines</div><div class='timeline-text'>The AHA releases the first guidelines on cholesterol, emphasizing its link to heart disease and the importance of monitoring cholesterol levels.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2003</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Launch of Go Red for Women</div><div class='timeline-text'>The AHA launches "Go Red for Women," a campaign to raise awareness about heart disease as the leading cause of death for women.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Heart Disease Stats & COVID-19</div><div class='timeline-text'>Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, statistics underline the vital importance of maintaining heart health, as those with heart disease are at higher risk for severe illness from the virus.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Walk for your heart</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a walk around the block or in the park. Walking is one of the best ways to keep your heart healthy.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Eat heart healthy meals</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make sure your meals are full of fruits and vegetables, lean proteins, and healthy fats like nuts, seeds, and olive oil.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer for a cause</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Volunteer at a local hospital or community center to help spread awareness about heart health.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a fundraiser</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a fundraiser for a local charity that focuses on heart health and donate the proceeds.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Start a walking group</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Start an informal walking group with friends, family, and co-workers and encourage each other to stay active throughout the month.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It raises awareness about heart health</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>American Heart Month is dedicated to raising awareness of the importance of taking care of our hearts and understanding the risk factors associated with heart disease. By increasing public knowledge and education, it helps promote good health habits, such as increasing physical activity levels, eating a healthy diet, reducing stress and getting regular checkups.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages people to get screened</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Heart disease is the leading cause of death in America and early detection can save lives. American Heart Month provides an opportunity for everyone to learn more about their own risks by getting screened for high cholesterol, diabetes, and other heart-related conditions. This can be lifesaving for those at heightened risk for heart disease.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It supports research into heart disease</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>American Heart Month is an important time to come together and support research into the causes, treatments and cures of various forms of heart disease. The month’s attention helps raise money to help fund important new studies that could revolutionize how we treat cardiac issues - saving countless lives in the long run.</p></div></div>
American Heart Month is celebrated on February 1 every year. In 2024, American Heart Month will occur on a Thursday.
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