National retailers support American Heart Month through Life is Why™ campaigns

Shoppers can help save lives and support the mission of the American Heart Association through February

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We urge everyone to learn about risk factors and celebrate survivors.

Visit WearRedDay.org for more information and to download tools and resources to “go red” today. The iconic Red Dress pin and other apparel are available at ShopHeart.org.

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American Heart Month 2025 brings renewed focus on CPR, urgent need for Nation of Lifesavers™

More Americans than ever are confident about providing lifesaving CPR, new survey suggests

The American Heart Association finds more people say they are prepared to respond in a cardiac emergency thanks to Nation of Lifesavers movement, offers more opportunities to learn CPR during February Heart Month.

Learn Hands-Only CPR/use an AED (English, Spanish, Mandarin) and watch our AHA CPR VR :60 video overview

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Cardiac Arrest vs. Heart Attack


Do you know the difference? (Infographic transcript)

People often use these terms interchangeably,

but they are not the same.

CARDIAC ARREST occurs when the heart malfunctions
and stops beating unexpectedly.
Cardiac arrest is an “ELECTRICAL” problem.

A HEART ATTACK occurs when blood flow to the heart is blocked. A heart attack is a “CIRCULATION” problem.

It’s important to catch them early and call 9-1-1 for help.

The sooner medical treatment begins, the better the

chances of survival and preventing heart damage.


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Take two Steps to Save a Life.

Perform Hands-Only CPR:

Call 9-1-1 and push hard and fast
in the center of the chest.

For more information go to heart.org/cpr.

Heartsaver Virtual Training Kit

The Heartsaver® Virtual is a convenient training kit and app solution allows you the flexibility to take Heartsaver® eLearning courses and complete a virtual hands-on skills session with an instructor 100% online.

Learn more about virtual training

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Prefer "in-person" training? Our network of authorized AHA Training Centers and Instructors offer in-person classroom training and skills sessions. See course options for your local Training Center with our online tools.



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International Stroke Conference 2025 -February 5–7, 2025, Los Angeles

Pre-Conference Symposia - State of the Science Stroke Nursing Symposium: February 4, 2025



Video - Eating a Mediterranean-Style Diet Improved Brain Health in Hispanic-Latino Adults


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Dental Flossing May Lower Risk of Stroke

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Propranolol May Reduce Ischemic Stroke Risk in Women with Migraines

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Changing Therapy Practice to Add Higher-Intensity Walking Improves Early Stroke Recovery

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American Heart Month
How we are changing the future of health together

Since the American Heart Association’s founding in 1924, deaths from cardiovascular diseases have been cut in half. And yet, there are still so many lives to be saved. By driving breakthroughs in science, policy and care, together we can continue to advance health and transform lives every day.

Learn more about our IMPACT!


HEART HEALTHY LIVING WITH LIFE'S ESSENTIAL 8


Staying Healthy During Cold Winter Months

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February Calendar Highlights


American Heart Month | Black History Month | National Cancer Prevention Month | National Self-Check Month

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2/1 - National Freedom Day | National Play Outside Day (1st Sat. each month)

2/ 1-7 - Women’s Heart Week

2/2 - Groundhog Day

2/3 - National Patient Recognition Day | National Women Physicians Day

2/4 - State-of-the-Science Stroke Nursing Symposium – ISC | ASA Pre-Conference Symposia | World Cancer Day | Homemade Soup Day (AHA Tomato/Basil soup recipe)

2/5-7 - American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2025 | Media newsroom

2/7 - National Wear Red Day - Go Red for Women

    • G: GET YOUR NUMBERS - Ask your doctor to check your blood pressure and cholesterol.
    • O: OWN YOUR LIFESTYLE - Stop smoking, lose weight, exercise, and eat healthy.
    • R: REALIZE YOUR RISK - We think it won’t happen to us, but heart disease kills 1 in 3 women.
    • E: EDUCATE YOUR FAMILY - Make healthy food choices for you & your family and stay active.
    • D: DON’T BE SILENT - Tell every woman you know that heart disease is our No. 1 killer.

2/7-13 - African Heritage and Health Week

2/7-14 - Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week

2/7-15 - International Week of Black Women In the Arts

2/8 - National Boy Scout Day

2/9 - Super Bowl Sunday

2/11 - International Day of Women and Girls in Science | National Make a Friend Day

2/12 - Lincoln’s Birthday | NAACP Day

2/12-18 – Heart Failure Awareness Week

2/14 - World Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Day | National Organ Donor Day | National Have a Heart Day | Valentine Day

2/15 - International Childhood Cancer Awareness Day

2/17 - Presidents’ Day | Random Acts of Kindness Day

2/20 - World Day for Social Justice | National Leadership Day | National Love Your Pet Day

2/21 - National Caregivers Day

2/22 – Washington’s Birthday | National Heart Valve Disease Awareness Day

2/25 - Let’s All Eat Right Day

2/27 - National Strawberry Day Strawberry Almond Butter Oatmeal | AHA Recipe

2/28 - National Public Sleeping Day