Message From Nancy Brown
Dear Friends,
Welcome to the Wausau Go Red for Women! We’re delighted you want to learn how you can advance health, stop heart disease and save women’s lives. That’s what Go Red For Women is all about.
Heart disease isn’t just a man’s problem. It’s a woman’s problem, too. In fact, it’s women’s No. 1 killer. And, tragically, far too few women realize their risk from this often-preventable disease. We need to raise women’s awareness, to protect our mothers, daughters, sisters, friends and other loved ones. And ourselves.
You can help, starting today. Here’s how:
First, take charge of your own heart health. Visit your doctor. Know your numbers (learn more at goredforwomen.org). You can improve your blood pressure, cholesterol and other numbers by making lifestyle changes. You’ll be healthier and look and feel better, too.
Second, speak up. Help spread the word that heart disease is women’s No. 1 killer. You can make a difference. Choose to share what you learn today with your family and members of your community.
Third and last, consider making a contribution. Your donation will help fund local and national Go Red activities to support awareness, research, education and community programs to benefit women.
Please don’t leave today without committing to make a difference. Join the Go Red For Women movement — women need your help. There’s so much to do, and so much at stake. Only one in five women believes that heart disease is her greatest health threat. Reducing risk and preventing heart disease starts with education — and you.
By working together, we can help women and their families live longer, stronger lives. Thank you for your generous support.
Warm regards,
Nancy Brown
Chief Executive Officer
American Heart Association
Volunteer Spotlight
Ellen Mansfield
In July 2006, Mansfield learned her cholesterol and blood pressure were high and she took steps to address those early warning signs of heart disease, which runs in her family. An echocardiogram was performed and came back normal. But, on October 23, 2006, she awoke to cold sweats, nausea and a feeling of acid reflux, with pain in her jaw and down her arms. She went to the hospital where they performed an angiogram and placed a stent. On November 27, 2006 she had quadruple coronary artery bypass surgery and later angioplasty and stenting to a blocked artery in her leg.
She is now a passionate survivor who encourages a healthier lifestyle and volunteering for the American Heart Association. Ellen has served on the Wausau Go Red for Women committee and encourages others to get involved!
Make It Your Mission to fight heart disease in women! Volunteer and help save lives!
