American Heart Month

American Heart Month
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!
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When it is?
February 1
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Introduction

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!

History of American Heart Month

American Heart Month Timeline

January 2012
Co-founder Dan finishes the economics degree he promised his mum he’d complete, only to never use it and start his own clothing business (love you mum).
Co-founder Dan finishes the economics degree he promised his mum he’d complete, only to never use it and start his own clothing business (love you mum).

How to Celebrate American Heart Month

<div id="" class="celebrate-item"><h3 id="" class="celebrate-title"><span class="celebrate-number">1. </span>Walk for your heart</h3><p id="" class="celebrate-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 id="" class="celebrate-item"><h3 id="" class="celebrate-title"><span class="celebrate-number">2. </span>Eat heart healthy meals</h3><p id="" class="celebrate-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 id="" class="celebrate-item"><h3 id="" class="celebrate-title"><span class="celebrate-number">3. </span>Volunteer for a cause</h3><p id="" class="celebrate-text">Volunteer at a local hospital or community center to help spread awareness about heart health.</p></div><div id="" class="celebrate-item"><h3 id="" class="celebrate-title"><span class="celebrate-number">4. </span>Organize a fundraiser</h3><p id="" class="celebrate-text">Organize a fundraiser for a local charity that focuses on heart health and donate the proceeds.</p></div><div id="" class="celebrate-item"><h3 id="" class="celebrate-title"><span class="celebrate-number">5. </span>Start a walking group</h3><p id="" class="celebrate-text">Start an informal walking group with friends, family, and co-workers and encourage each other to stay active throughout the month.</p></div>

Why American Heart Month is Important

<div id='' class='matter-item'><h3 id='' class='matter-title'><span class='matter-letter'>A.</span>It raises awareness about heart health</h3><p id='' class='matters-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 id='' class='matter-item'><h3 id='' class='matter-title'><span class='matter-letter'>B.</span>It encourages people to get screened</h3><p id='' class='matters-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 id='' class='matter-item'><h3 id='' class='matter-title'><span class='matter-letter'>C.</span>It supports research into heart disease</h3><p id='' class='matters-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>

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American Heart Month FAQs

When is American Heart Month?

American Heart Month is celebrated on February 1st every year. In 2023 American Heart Month will occur on a Wednesday.

American Heart Month Dates

Year
Date
Day

2023

Feb 1

Wednesday

2024

Feb 1

Thursday

2025

Feb 1

Saturday

2026

Feb 1

Sunday

2027

Feb 1

Monday

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