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February 2025: American Heart Month – Raising Awareness of Heart Disease

The U.S. Senate has designated February 2025 as "American Heart Month" to raise awareness about cardiovascular diseases, which are the leading cause of death in the United States. The aim is to encourage citizens to learn about risk factors and prevention methods for heart conditions, potentially improving health and saving thousands of lives. This initiative supports research and preventive actions to reduce illness and mortality.
Key points
Increasing awareness of heart disease and stroke, major causes of death in the U.S.
Encouraging citizens to learn about heart disease risk factors like high blood pressure, poor diet, and physical inactivity.
Supporting heart disease research and promoting preventive measures to improve public health.
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Additional Information
A resolution designating February 2025 as "American Heart Month".
Print number: SRES 87
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2025-02-21