BATON ROUGE, La. – January 9, 2023 – The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization devoted to world of healthier lives for all, announces Jamie Burgess, Senior Vice President at Hancock Whitney, as the community volunteer chair of the 2022-2023 Baton Rouge Go Red for Women movement. Go Red for Women is a worldwide initiative of the American Heart Association designed to increase women’s heart health awareness and serve as a catalyst for change to improve the lives of women locally, nationally, and globally.
Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 killer of women in the United States, claiming more lives each year than all forms of cancer combined. Cardiovascular disease continues to be a woman’s greatest health threat, taking the life of one in every three women.
“I, like many of us, have a family history of heart disease. It is one of the most prevalent health conditions in our country but is largely preventable,” said Burgess. “Seeing firsthand how the work of the American Heart Association affects the lives of everyday Americans inspired me to chair the Go Red Movement this year, and I know we can take our message of physical fitness, self-care and prevention to even more women than ever this year.”
“We are thrilled to have Jamie Burgess’ experience, conviction and passion help to drive Go Red in Baton Rouge. Together, we know that we will have a positive impact on the lives of women in our community and the families that depend on them,” said Kerin Spears, Executive Director, American Heart Association, Greater Baton Rouge.
This year’s Go Red for Women movement and its local achievements will be celebrated on Thursday, March 16, 2023, at the 2023 Baton Rouge Go Red for Women Luncheon, sponsored by Our Lady of the Lake Heart and Vascular Institute.
For more information about Go Red for Women visit www.batonrougegored.heart.org, email AHABatonRouge@heart.org or call 833.889.3875.
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About Go Red for Women®
The American Heart Association’s signature initiative, Go Red for Women®, is a comprehensive platform designed to increase women’s heart health awareness and serve as a catalyst for change to improve the lives of women globally. While nearly 80 percent of cardiac events can be prevented, cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in women, claiming the lives of 1 in 3 women. For 18 years, Go Red for Women has encouraged awareness. The movement harnesses the energy, passion and power of women to band together and collectively wipe out heart disease. It challenges them to know their risk for heart disease and take action to reduce their personal risk. It also gives them tools they need to lead a heart healthy life. The Go Red for Women movement is nationally sponsored by CVS Health, with additional support from national cause supporters. For more information, please visit GoRedforWomen.org or call 1-800-AHA-USA1 (242-8721).
About the American Heart Association
The American Heart Association is devoted to saving people from heart disease and stroke – the two leading causes of death in the world. We team with millions of volunteers to fund innovative research, fight for stronger public health policies and provide lifesaving tools and information to prevent and treat these diseases. The Dallas-based association is the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. To learn more or to get involved, call 1-800-AHA-USA1, visit heart.org or call any of our offices around the country. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
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