World Heart Day is observed on September 29 every year. It’s an initiative to raise awareness about heart diseases and promote heart health. This day serves as a gentle reminder to individuals, governments as well as health organisations to take measures to spread awareness and take measures to prevent heart health complications. Ahead of World Heart Day, scroll down to learn about the history, theme, and significance.
World Heart Day is observed on September 29 every year. This day focuses on educating people about the importance of heart health. Also, it’s a day to spread awareness about the signs and symptoms of cardiovascular disease.
The World Heart Federation (WHF) was first observed in 2000 in collaboration with the World Health Organisation to spread awareness about cardiovascular diseases on the global level. It was first observed on September 24, 2000.
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World Heart Day aims to reduce cardiovascular diseases and spread awareness about preventive measures, encourage regular heart check-ups and promote a healthy lifestyle and eating habits. According to the World Health Organisation, every year millions of people suffer from cardiovascular diseases and lose their lives.
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Every year World Heart Day is celebrated with a theme which is decided by The World Heart Federation. “Use Heart For Action” is the theme of this World Heart Day. This campaign aims to encourage people to take care of their hearts and take measures to improve cardiovascular health. The World Heart Federation mentioned a statement on their website which read, “This 2024 World Heart Day campaign is dedicated to motivating every country to develop or support national cardiovascular health action plans.”
Every year the theme of this day keeps on changing:
World Heart Day 2024 Theme: Use Heart For Action
World Heart Day 2023 Theme: Use Heart, Know Heart
World Heart Day 2022 Theme: Use Heart for Every Heart
World Heart Day 2021 Theme: Use Heart to Connect
World Heart Day 2020 Theme: Use Heart to Beat CVD
World Heart Day 2019 Theme: Be a Heart Hero
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