Heart Health Awareness and Prevention

Take Charge of Your Heart Health This American Heart Month

Strengthening Heart Health Through Leadership and Partnership

Under the direction and leadership of Shirley E. Borghi, Executive Director & Vice Chairman of the Hispanic Health Coalition of Georgia (HHCGA), we are proud to partner in this critical initiative to promote cardiovascular health. At HHCGA, we are committed to advancing health equity, empowering communities, and providing culturally relevant resources that support the well-being of Hispanic and Latino populations in Georgia.

As we observe American Heart Month, we recognize the urgency of addressing heart disease, a leading cause of death in the United States. Through this partnership with the Cardiovascular Health Program, we aim to raise awareness, provide education, and share essential resources to combat chronic illnesses that contribute to heart disease.

Together, we are strengthening communities, breaking down barriers to healthcare access, and ensuring that life-saving information reaches those who need it most. Join us in spreading awareness and making heart health a priority for all.

American Heart Month Communications Toolkit
(created and shared by CDC)

At a glance

February is American Heart Month, a time when all people—especially women—are encouraged to focus on their cardiovascular health. This toolkit contains facts and resources that anyone can use to raise awareness about the risks of heart disease and the importance of identifying and managing heart-related health conditions.

Heart disease quick facts

  • Heart disease is very common. In the United States, heart disease is the leading cause of death for men, women, and people of most racial and ethnic groups.1 In 2022, 1 in every 5 deaths in the United States was caused by heart disease.12
  • High blood pressure is a leading cause of heart disease. Nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure, which puts them at risk for heart disease and stroke. And just 1 in 4 people with high blood pressure has it under control.3
  • Heart disease is costly. The cost of health care services, medications, and lost productivity from heart disease amounted to $252.2 billion between 2019 and 2020.2

Keep Reading: Heart Disease Facts

Shareable and printable tools in English and Spanish

Caring about your heart health

  • Preventing High Blood Pressure: Having a healthy plan with a variety of foods, keeping a healthy weight, and not smoking can help keep your blood pressure in a healthy range, which lowers your risk for heart disease and stroke.
  • ABCS of Heart Health: Brought to you by Million Hearts®, this easy-to-remember mnemonic is a tried-and-true method for you take care of your heart health.
  • Live to the Beat: This campaign aims to help adults take steps to prevent heart disease and stroke.

Resources for cardiovascular health care teams

Spreading the word on social media

Follow CDC and Million Hearts® on social media and use the hashtag #HeartMonth when you share these resources for controlling high blood pressure, talking to patients about lifestyle changes, and more.

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