World Heart Day is dedicated to raising awareness about the most common diseases in the world: cardiovascular diseases. Every year, 17 million people die from these diseases. To increase awareness about the dangers, how to recognize, and how to prevent them, the World Heart Federation founded World Heart Day on September 29th.
History
Today, heart disease has a global impact on society, so the holiday was established to reduce this impact or eradicate it altogether. A team from the World Heart Federation worked on the program with the assistance of the WHO. The first celebration took place on September 24, 2000. Until 2011, the event was held on the last Sunday of September. Then it was rescheduled for September 29th.
Interesting Facts
- About 80% of deaths from cardiovascular pathologies occur in countries with medium and low levels of development.
- The main reasons for these diseases are malnutrition, bad habits, and lack of physical activity.
- The cost of treating cardiovascular diseases is quite high, so it is better to prevent them.
- World Heart Day is supported and attended by representatives from 90 countries.
How to Take Part
Visit a doctor and get an examination. Make sure that your heart and blood vessels are healthy. Engage in physical activities; it can be outdoor walks, workouts in the gym, or dancing – whatever you like best. Attend educational events that focus on the prevention and treatment of heart disease. Share important information on social networks.
When is World Heart Day in 2024?
World Heart Day is observed on September 29 each year.
Observations
Weekday | Month | Day | Year |
Sunday | September | 29 | 2024 |
Monday | September | 29 | 2025 |
Tuesday | September | 29 | 2026 |
Wednesday | September | 29 | 2027 |
Friday | September | 29 | 2028 |
Saturday | September | 29 | 2029 |