Go RED with Soul Purpose, Friday, February 7, 2014

Heart disease statistics for women (and African American women in particular) in the United States are STAGGERING!

Did you know?

• Every 60 seconds another woman dies from heart disease!
• More women die from heart disease than from all forms of cancer combined!
• The fatality rate for women diagnosed with breast cancer is 1 in 31; for heart disease it's 1 in 3!

A huge contributor to these statistics is the ability to recognize the symptoms of a heart attack (which presents differently than it does in men).  Then there's SEEKING HELP and not ignoring the signs!

JUST A LITTLE HEART ATTACK


If you're not sure of the signs, watch this short video!  You may recognize some signs you have experienced personally or seen in others.  Have your spouse and children watch too as they may need to assist you calling 911 or getting help.

CLICK HERE to watch!


Making an impact!National Wear Red Day, Feb. 7, 2014, marks the American Heart Association GO RED FOR WOMEN campaign's 11-year anniversary and much has been accomplished:

• 21 percent fewer women dying from heart disease
• 23 percent more women aware that it’s their No. 1 health threat
• Publishing of gender-specific results, established differences in symptoms and responses to medications, and women-specific guidelines for prevention and treatment
• Legislation to help end gender disparities

Despite the progress, however women are still dying because millions are still unaware of the risks and the facts. So now is not the time for complacency. It’s time to stand stronger, speak louder and join in the fight this National Wear Red Day.

WIN A $100 SOUL PURPOSE PAMPER PACK!



GO RED FOR WOMEN Month officially kicks off tomorrow, February 7th.  And, Soul Purpose is proud to join the fight which is in alignment with our mission to foster wellness, well-being and wealth creation.  When you GO RED with SOUL PURPOSE, you could win a $100 SOUL PURPOSE PAMPER PACK for you and your girls to enjoy!

1. WEAR RED on Friday, February 7th. Encourage every woman you know to do so as well.
2. Take your RED picture with the ladies at your office or at happy hour later
3. Send the following to gored@soulpurpose.com:
       Your group picture
       The names of individuals pictured
       A description about the group "The ladies of the XYZ Company in Houston, Texas")
       A statement about why you were moved to participate to gored@soulpurpose.com.
       Your shipping address (should you win the drawing).
4. Like the following FaceBook pages:
           GO RED with Soul Purpose
           Simply Soul Purpose by Cheryl Cormier

In addition to posting your picture on the GO RED with Soul Purpose FaceBook page, you'll be entered into a drawing for a $100 Soul Purpose Pamper Pack, compliments of Soul Purpose Lifestyle Company!

Heart health is a serious health issue and, by being informed, the life you save might be your own or that of someone you love!

Good luck and best wishes for a healthy heart!