Friday, February 2, 2024 is National Wear Red Day, to raise awareness about heart health in women.
Dr. Marilyn McKasson, an Intermountain Health physician, and heart attack survivor, Clair Larson, joined The PLACE to talk about the importance of women being aware of their heart health and to take steps in reduce their risks.
Intermountain Health encourages all women to take charge of their health – get annual checkup, talk to their health provider, know their family history, and incorporate health habits into their daily lives.
Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 killer of women. It claims more women's lives than all forms of cancer combined.
Yet, younger generations of women are less likely to be aware of their greatest health threat, including the warning signs of strokes and heart attacks.
Just in case you need those:
Heart attack warning signs: Pain in both arms or the chest, neck, jaw, back, stomach, as well as nausea, shortness of breath or lightheadedness.
Stroke warning signs: F.A.S.T. – Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty and Time to call 9-1-1.
The American Heart Association's Go Red for Women movement has been saving and improving women's lives for years.
You can learn more at goredforwomen.org.
