The World Heart Federation (WHF) recognizes World Heart Day on September 29 to increase awareness about heart disease and stroke, the world’s leading causes of death, which claims 17.3 million lives each year. The observance promotes preventive measures that reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and highlights the fact that the majority of premature deaths from heart disease and stroke can be avoided by controlling the main risk factors: tobacco use, unhealthy diet and physical inactivity.
This year’s theme is ‘powering your life’ – small daily changes for a healthy heart, including diet, activity and healthy habits.
The national Million Hearts™ Campaign has developed action guides, prevention and healthy eating resources on this day. To access additional information and materials, visit the World Heart Day Campaign Toolkit resource. Visit the World Heart Day website to learn more.
Additional Resources
• World Heart Federation (WHF)
• Million Hearts™ campaign
• The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
• CDC’s Heart Disease Public Health Resource
As healthcare providers, it is important to encourage individuals to take action to make a difference in their health through healthy living. Let’s work together to empower individuals to make heart-healthy choices.
For more information on our efforts to improve cardiac health through partnerships, resources, education and shared learning, visit our Web site. Be sure to join our Learning and Action Network to get involved and connected.