WASHINGTON, KITCHEN HOST “GO RED FOR WOMEN” HEALTH FAIR

          HARRISBURG, January 27 –To kick-off the “Go Red For Women” month, State Sen. LeAnna Washington (D-Phila.) is sponsoring a Go Red For Women Health Fair with Sen. Shirley Kitchen (D-Phila.) and other colleagues at the State Capitol, in conjunction with the American Heart Association. 

          Washington said the goal of this Fair is to help women, in particular, focus attention on their health, as well as learn more about the serious national problem of heart disease.

          “Heart disease is the number one killer of women in America,” Washington said.  “It is time that all women heed the call and take charge of their health.”

          The fair will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 1 in the East Wing Rotunda from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Other health organizations participating in the fair include: Hamilton Health Center, American Cancer Society; Diabetes Association; and Lupus Association.  Also participating is the Commission for Women of PA.

          “I urge all women to come and get information on how they can protect themselves from heart disease and lead healthy lives,” Washington said. “Everyone should to be sure to visit their doctor regularly, learn their cholesterol and blood pressure numbers, and take action to safeguard their own and their family’s health.”

          Washington added that more women than men die of heart disease in America. Less than half of all women reported that their doctors have discussed heart disease with them.

         “Go Red For Women” is the American Heart Association’s national call for women by women to take charge of their health and live stronger, healthier lives.  Across America, the red dress and the color red are becoming instantly recognized as the symbols of women’s empowerment to improve their heart health.