Thank you for Going Red! Fact #7

Why is it so important to me to be heart healthy and to spread awareness? Because we have the power to stop a viscous killer -- heart disease! When we Go Red for Women, we are taking control of our health and supporting heart health awareness, research, education and community programs for women.

"Only 55 percent of women realize heart disease is their No. 1 killer and less than half know what are considered healthy levels for cardiovascular risk factors like blood pressure and cholesterol. The Go Red For Women movement works to make sure women know they are at risk so they can take action to protect their health."

According to the American Heart Association, a woman who Goes Red:

• follows an exercise routine
• eats healthier diet
• visits her doctor for important tests
• and influences others by talking about heart health. 

I am Red and you should be, too! I am working with physical therapists to develop a routine that works for me, I am eating better than I have in my entire life, I am at the doctor more often than I probably ought to be, and you all know I talk about my health to anyone who will listen!!


Thank you to all of you who wore red today to help support women like me.