The American Heart Association has declared February each year to be American Heart Month. Events are scheduled around the United States each year, intended to help raise heart health awareness.
February 6, 2009 has been declared by the American Heart Association "National Wear Red Day", to build awareness and raise money for the AHA.9News: Wear red in honor of American Heart Month (February 6, 2009)
Signs and Symptoms
According to the CDC, most heart attacks start slowly, with mild pain or discomfort. The signs that may mean a heart attack is happening are: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): February is American Heart Month
- Chest discomfortCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): February is American Heart Month
- Discomfort in other areas of the upper bodyCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): February is American Heart Month
- Shortness of breathCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): February is American Heart Month
- Cold sweats, nausea, lightheadednessCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): February is American Heart Month
Disclaimer
The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you think you are havin a heart attack, please make sure to consult your doctor.
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Begins with National Wear Red Day
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Heart disease is the number 1 killer in the US
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Goal is to raise awareness and funds for research
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Accounts for 42% of all women's deaths in New York CityNewsday
Empire State Building glows red for NYC Go Red! (February 6, 2009)
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CDC estimates 785,000 Americans will have a new coronary attackCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): February is American Heart Month
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