02/01/2026
February is American Heart Month ❤️
Community Health Centers are delivering evidence-based heart care at scale, improving outcomes for millions of patients at risk for cardiovascular disease.
📊 In 2024:
✅ 6.17 million Community Health Center patients received care for hypertension
✅ 67% of those patients had their blood pressure under control
Community Health Centers deliver proven preventive and follow-up care for patients at highest risk:
✅ 78% of high-risk patients were prescribed or taking statin therapy
✅ 74% of adult Community Health Center patients with heart disease, a history of heart attack, or prior cardiac procedures were receiving recommended antiplatelet therapy.
These numbers tell a clear story – Community Health Centers don’t just treat heart disease; they help prevent it, manage it, and reduce the risk of future cardiac events.
This , we’re recognizing the vital role Community Health Centers play in protecting heart health nationwide.