On the MARC – American Heart Month
Case Study
FOCUSING ON WOMEN DURING AMERICAN HEART MONTH
American Heart Month aims to create awareness about various heart conditions and to develop healthier habits.
Did you know?
Heart disease is currently the number one killer of women in the United States, responsible for about 1 in every 3 female deaths. Yet, only 1 in 5 women believe that heart disease is their greatest health threat, according to the American Heart Association.
Based on M/A/R/C’s research, 36% of women report a family history of heart disease.
With that knowledge in hand, 65% of these women report taking a proactive approach to their health and well-being.
Take Heart
Despite the family history of heart issues, proactive women are more likely to report (47%) very good heart health compared to those who are not proactive (20%).
For those wanting to take a more proactive approach to their own heart health, check out these upcoming educational events from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute.