Feb 09, 2026
Since 2004, the American Heart Association’s signature women’s initiative has been Go Red for Women. Tonight, on House Call a medical professional from UHC joins us to discuss the awareness and clinical care gaps of women’s greatest health threat, cardiovascular disease.
I am Angelina Davis, manager of Cardiac Rehab at UHC, and I am here to help you make the right choices when it comes to your heart health.
1). Q: What is the main goal of the “Go Red for Women” movement?
A: The goal is to increase women’s awareness that heart disease is their number one killer, causing one in three deaths, which is more than all cancers combined. The campaign encourages women to take preventive measures and advocate for their health. Nearly 45% of women ages 20+ are living with some form of cardiovascular disease.
2). When is National Wear Red Day, what is its significance and impact?
A: National Wear Red Day is typically the first Friday in February, which is today. Wearing red is a symbol of support and solidarity in the fight against women’s heart disease and a reminder to know your personal risk factors. Women involved in the campaign are more likely to eat healthy, exercise consistently, visit their doctor, and have their blood pressure and cholesterol checked.
3). Does heart disease only affect older women?
A: No, cardiovascular disease affects women of all ages. Risk factors can accelerate around menopause, and conditions like high blood pressure or gestational diabetes during pregnancy can increase future risk. In fact, less than half of women entering pregnancy in the U.S. have optimal cardiovascular health.
This content was originally posted on the WDTV News website here.
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