Taking Action for Women’s Heart Health: An SWHR Advocacy Toolkit

Cardiovascular disease (CVD), which includes heart disease, stroke, heart failure, and hypertension, is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. When it comes to heart health, there is evidence of significant impacts on women. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), women accounted for 48.1% of reported deaths due to cardiovascular disease in 2019.

By advocating for increased research focused on women’s cardiovascular health and for tailored prevention and treatment strategies, we can promote more effective, equitable care and, ultimately, improve health outcomes for women at every stage of their lives.

This toolkit is intended to serve as a guide to support advocacy efforts around CVD and spotlight specific actions you can take now to advocate for women’s heart health.

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What is Senate Resolution 566?

Senate Resolution 566 designates September 2024 as National Cholesterol Education Month and September 30, 2024 as Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol (LDL-C) Awareness Day.

S.Res.566 takes an important step to raise awareness about cholesterol levels and about the role that LDL-C, or “bad” cholesterol, can play in an individual’s risk of heart disease, heart attack, and stroke. This resolution reflects a critical effort in our nation’s efforts to encourage heart healthy behaviors and to promote prevention strategies.

What about the House Resolution?

Now that S.Res.566 has passed the Senate, it’s time to boost bipartisan support for heart health awareness across Congress. Reach out to your Representative and urge them to support this resolution in the House!

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