National Wear Red Day
February 2, Friday
National Wear Red Day is observed on the first Friday in February to raise awareness of heart disease and stroke, especially among women. The day also serves to highlight risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease.National Wear Red Day was initiated by the American Heart Association in 2003 as part of the "Go Red for Women" program to combat cardiovascular disease among women.
Celebration
National Wear Red Day is celebrated in a variety of ways:
Wearing Red: On this day, people are encouraged to wear red to show their support and bring attention to heart health issues.
Educational Events: Hospitals, schools, and organizations host events, seminars, and webinars focused on heart health, prevention, and lifestyle.
Social Media: People share photos of themselves wearing red on social media with hashtags related to the event to increase reach and awareness.
National Wear Red Day in other years
- 2022 February 4, Friday
- 2023 February 3, Friday
- 2025 February 7, Friday