National Wear Red Day Raises Awareness for Women's Heart Health

The American Heart Association emphasizes women's heart health on this annual event.

Published on Feb. 5, 2026

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February is Heart Health Month, and the American Heart Association is putting particular emphasis on women's heart health on Friday, National Wear Red Day. The AHA says cardiovascular disease kills more women than all cancers combined, and stroke is a major concern, with over 4 million women having a stroke between 2021 and 2023 and women accounting for more than half of all stroke deaths.

Why it matters

Heart disease and stroke are leading causes of death for women in the United States. National Wear Red Day aims to raise awareness about the importance of women's heart health and encourage women to take steps to reduce their risk.

The details

On National Wear Red Day, people are encouraged to wear red to show their support for women's heart health awareness. The American Heart Association is promoting the event and providing resources for people to get involved, such as posting on social media with the hashtag #WearRedDay.

  • National Wear Red Day is on Friday, February 6, 2026.

The players

American Heart Association

A non-profit organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke.

Lisa Katz

A stroke survivor and American Heart Association Chicago Go Red For Women Board Member.

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The takeaway

National Wear Red Day is an important annual event that raises awareness about the significant impact of heart disease and stroke on women's health. By wearing red and sharing information on social media, individuals can help support the American Heart Association's efforts to educate the public and promote women's heart health.