Message From Andrea Walsh
Andrea Walsh
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in women today, but the good news is, small changes can make a big difference. Eating healthier, exercising more, reducing cholesterol or quitting smoking can help prevent this disease in many women.
I invite you to join me this January 22 for the Go Red For Women Lunch and Learn. It’s an annual event that celebrates the efforts of national and local sponsors in increasing awareness of heart disease and inspiring women to make healthy lifestyle changes.
Go Red for Women Lunch & Learn
January 22, 2013
Minneapolis Marriott City Center
9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
As Chair of the 2012-2013 American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women Campaign, I’m pleased to share that 96 percent of women who “Go Red” have made at least one choice to improve their heart health. Of the more than 2 million women who have joined the movement, more than half have increased their exercise and six out of then have changed their diets.
We still have a long way to go in our fight against this silent killer, but by empowering women to take charge of their health, we can make a difference.
Message From Nancy Brown
Dear Friends,
Welcome to the Twin Cities Go Red For Women Luncheon!We’re delighted you are here and appreciate your interest in learning how you can advance health, stop heart disease and save women’s lives. That’s what the American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women® movement is all about.
Heart disease isn’t just a man’s problem. It’s a woman’s problem, too. In fact, it’s the No. 1 killer of women. And, tragically, far too few women realize their risk from this preventable disease. We need to raise women’s awareness of their risk and protect our mothers, daughters, sisters, friends and ourselves.
You can help, starting today. Here’s how:
First, take charge of your own heart health. Visit your doctor. Know your numbers (learn more at www.GoRedForWomen.org). You can improve your blood pressure, cholesterol and other numbers by making lifestyle changes. You’ll be healthier and look and feel better, too.
Second, join the American Heart Association in making it your mission to fight heart disease in women. Help spread the word that heart disease is women’s No. 1 killer. Share what you learn today with your family and members of your community. Tell five women you want them to live and we can help stop heart disease in our lifetime.
Third and last, consider making a contribution. Your donation today will make a difference in the lives of women here and across the country. You can help fund local and national Go Red activities that support awareness, research, education and community programs that benefit women.
Thank you again for being here. My hope is that you won’t leave today without committing to making a difference by joining the Go Red For Women movement — women everywhere need your help. Only one in five women believes that heart disease is her greatest health threat. We believe reducing risk and preventing heart disease starts with education — and you. There’s so much to do, and so much at stake.
With your commitment, we can help women and their families live longer, stronger lives. Thank you for your generous support.
Warm regards,
Nancy Brown
Chief Executive Officer
American Heart Association
