SAN DIEGO — Did you know that the leading cause of death in women is cardiovascular disease? That’s why CBS 8 is teaming up, once again, with the American Heart Association of San Diego for two events that raise awareness and funds to fight back.
Why Go Red?
- Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in women.
- Nearly 45% of women over age 20 are living with some form of cardiovascular disease.
- Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of maternal death in the U.S.
- Women are less likely than men to receive bystander CPR and less likely to survive an out-of-hospital sudden cardiac arrest.
- Only 38% of cardiovascular clinical research trial participants were women as of 2020.
If you’d like to donate to the American Heart Association or learn more about heart disease and stroke prevention, click here
Go Red for Women Luncheon: Feb 23
How much do you know about your heart health? Did you know that cardiovascular disease kills more women than all forms of cancer combined? For over a decade, CBS 8 has worked with the American Heart Association in San Diego to raise awareness and help women take charge of their heart health.
Friday, February 23rd was the Go Red for Women Luncheon at the US Grant Hotel. This Luncheon was a great opportunity for our community to learn the warning signs of heart disease and stroke in an empowering and fulfilling way.
CBS 8’s Heather Myers was the emcee of the lunch, which also included motivational speakers and a survivor fashion show.
National Wear Red Day: Feb 2
Friday, February 2 was National Wear Red Day, and CBS 8 is a proud partner with the American Heart Association of San Diego. On that Friday, join millions of people, including our news team and staff, and wear red for a common goal: to end heart disease and stroke, especially in women. In addition to rocking your red on Friday, a few San Diego landmarks will “Go Red” for the day. Sharp Grossmont, West Tower – 5555 Grossmont Center Drive, La Mesa, The U.S. Grant – 326 Broadway, San Diego, Deloitte – 12830 El Camino Real, San Diego, San Diego County Administration Building – 1600 Pacific Hwy.
Why Go Red?
- Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in women.
- Nearly 45% of women over age 20 are living with some form of cardiovascular disease.
- Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of maternal death in the U.S.
- Women are less likely than men to receive bystander CPR and less likely to survive an out-of-hospital sudden cardiac arrest.
- Only 38% of cardiovascular clinical research trial participants were women as of 2020.
If you’d like to donate to the American Heart Association or learn more about heart disease and stroke prevention, click here
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