SEATTLE, November 28, 2022 – The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization devoted to world of healthier lives for all, announces Claire Verity, market president for Regence BlueShield as the community volunteer chair of the 2022-2023 Puget Sound 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.
Claire Verity herself lives with supraventricular tachycardia (SVT), a condition that causes faster than normal heartbeat and can restrict blood flow to the heart. This is the second year that Verity is serving as chair of the Puget Sound Go Red for Women movement and as a local Go Red campaign ambassador.
“I see remarkable stories of adversity and recovery every day,” said Verity. “As chair, I am inspired to continue being an advocate for women and improving their lives through Go Red for Women. I know we can take our message of self-care, prevention and equity to even more women than ever this year.”
The 2023 Go Red for Women campaign aims to raise awareness and inspire women to take positive action for their cardiovascular health. It will also work to address health disparities through the theme, “Be The Beat,” by calling attention to the fact that women are less likely to receive bystander CPR than men and encouraging the community to learn a lifesaving skill.
In addition, the Verity family has joined forces with the American Heart Association for the Go Red Women in Healthcare and Science Scholarship to help improve diversity in those fields. The scholarship offers $10,000 to a female student of color in Washington state pursuing a degree in science or healthcare.
The icon day for Go Red for Women – National Wear Red Day – will be observed on February 3, 2023 and the community will be asked to wear red in support of women’s cardiovascular health. This year’s Go Red for Women movement and its local achievements will be celebrated on March 2, 2023 at Be The Beat, A Reimagined Go Red for Women Experience in Seattle, formerly the Go Red for Women Luncheon but now transformed as an evening event for local supporters.
For more information about Go Red for Women visit SeattleGoRed.heart.org or call (206) 336-7200.
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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 19 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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