NATIONAL WEAR RED DAY
Today, February 2nd is National Wear Red Day. Here is the dilemma for a blogger, we can’t wear the outfit and post the outfit at the same time. Lol! I have actually run into people around town and they say, “that isn’t what you wore on the blog today.” So, here is a spoiler alert for you, I am NEVER wearing what is on the blog on that day! Lol!!! I figure most of you have already figured that one out. I do want to wear red today, you might see those pictures next week sometime, but I didn’t have any “new” pictures of me in red to talk about. Instead, I decided to look back through my archives and see what red outfits that I could come up with.
National Wear Red day is not about the outfit, it is about the cause. Here is what I found on the goredforwomen.org website.
Why Go Red? Cardiovascular disease in the U.S. kill approximately one woman every 80 seconds. The good news is that 80 percent of cardiac events may be prevented with education and lifestyle changes. Go Red For Women advocates for more research and swifter action for women’s heart health. That’s why this year we are asking that you wear red on National Wear Red Day® and Donate to Go Red For Woman. By doing so you help support educational programs to increase women’s awareness and critical research to discover scientific knowledge about cardiovascular health.
Go Red For Women is a movement that starts with you. Lead by example and make the time to “Know Your Numbers.” It’s knowledge that could save your life. Five numbers, that all women should know to take control of their heart health are: Total Cholesterol, HDL (good) Cholesterol, Blood Pressure, Blood Sugar and Body Mass Index (BMI). Knowing these numbers can help women and their healthcare provider determine their risk for developing cardiovascular diseases. It’s time for all women to learn the most critical numbers in their life — their hearts depend on it.
I was shocked when I began to read the statics about women and heart disease. I had thought that Heart disease was a disease that affected mostly men. WRONG!!! Did you know that 1 in 3 women will die from heart disease and stroke! That is 1 in 3! I looked around today at work at the 4 of us ladies working there. One of us has already had open heart surgery. ?
I know this is not my normal type post but I thought it was something worth highlighting. If you are interested in any of the outfits above I am going to link to that post so that you can go back and see where the clothing was purchased.
Picture #1 – Warm and Fashionable
Picture #2 – Favorite Color Combination
Picture #3 – Lady In Red
Picture #4 – Happy Valentine’s Day
Picture #5 – Candy & Cupid
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Love the different looks and such an important cause. Thank you for reminding everyone of the importance of heart disease in women. Have a blessed day.
Hi Tania my favourite is No. 5 ? my husband has twin sisters (identical) and sadly at the age of 54 one died from heart disease she thought it was severe indigestion it turns out it runs in the family and now they all get checked regularly they all are in good health thank god ?
My mother just passed away on December 29 from congestive heart failure and hypertension. She suffered from edema in her legs the last few months. Her legs became so swollen the skin split and she had open, weeping sores that wouldn’t heal. It was horrible to see her in such pain. I miss her terribly.
Heart disease runs in my husband’s family. He is the second of 10. His dad died from it at age 45 and a brother died at age 46. All if his siblings have the disease. My husband had his first heart attack at age 45 and at age 54 he had open heart surgery and again after a staph infection attacked a valve they had replaced . He is now age 67 and by the grace of God will be able to give me many more years on this earth with him. We do not take any minute for granted and give God the glory. Love your emails as they brighten my day.
My mom was one of eight girls. There is a history of heart and stroke that runs in the family. My numbers were not good at my last appointment with my doctor. And have me seriousvinstructions to get my diet and health a priority. As moms and grandmothers we take care and nurture others but we need to also take care and eat healthy and excercise in order to be the strong women we are for others. Our office of 12?women all wore red today to honor women’s health . I love you in red. It truly is one of your best colors!
My younger sister suffered a near heart attack 10 years ago, at age 41. She had been having some pains, but just ignored it, until she no longer could. She had a 90% blockage, and had a stent placed. She’s doing fine now, but we were all just shocked because she is in good health. It’s a good warning to not ignore pain and think it will just go away. And, we have all made some lifestyle changes like getting daily exercise and eating healthier.