02/01/2026
š February is American Heart Month ā A Time to Prioritize Heart Health š
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, affecting millions of lives across all ages, genders, and ethnicities. This February, take action to protect your cardiovascular health and the health of those you care about.
Hereās how you can get involved:
ā¢ Learn CPR and become a lifesaver. More than 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur annually in the U.S., and nine out of every 10 people die without immediate CPR. By learning Hands-Only CPR, you could be the difference between life and death.
ā¢ Go red. Wear red on National Wear Red Day (February 6th) to raise awareness for cardiovascular disease and support womenās heart health and support American Heart Association
ā¢ Adopt heart-healthy habits. Up to 80% of heart disease is considered preventable. Use this month to focus on eating a heart-healthy diet, increasing physical activity, managing cholesterol and blood pressure, and maintaining a healthy weight.
ā¢ Participate in community events. From heart walks to educational talks, look for local events recognizing American Heart Month and invite friends, family, and colleagues to join you.
Take the first step today. Whether itās learning CPR, scheduling a health checkup, or committing to a new wellness habit, every action counts.
Your heart health matters ā and so do you.
