Trinity Health Of New England was awash in red on Friday, February 7 as the region marked National Wear Red Day. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, affecting all races, ethnicities, genders and ages. In fact, it’s been the leading cause of death since 1950. Colleagues in all markets donned their brilliant reds to show support and recognition of Wear Red Day. Many came together for group photos at their respective locations.
Saint Mary's Hospital colleagues wear red in recognition of Wear Red Day, helping to raise awareness of heart disease.
National Wear Red Day is held the first Friday in February. The goal in having everyone across the country wear red is to raise and spread awareness in hopes to one day eradicate heart disease and stroke in women. National Wear Red Day is supported by the American Heart Association and celebrated in conjunction with National Heart Month.
Cardiovascular disease causes one in three deaths in women every year. The good news is 87% of all heart issues are believed to be preventable making awareness, education, research and resources vital to the cause.
A few facts about heart disease in America:
• One in three adults suffer from high blood pressure.
• 80% of heart diseases are preventable with regular physical activity, a healthy diet and avoiding tobacco.
• 50% of women die within five years of having a heart attack.
• 33% of women do not engage in sports or physical activity.
• 43 million women currently have some type of heart disease.
• In 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson declares February National Heart Health Month, nine years after having a heart attack.
• National Wear Red Day kicked off in 2004.