[Federal Register Volume 72, Number 23 (Monday, February 5, 2007)]
[Presidential Documents]
[Pages 5325-5326]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 07-527]



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Proclamation 8104--American Heart Month, 2007


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Federal Register / Vol. 72, No. 23 / Monday, February 5, 2007 / 
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                Proclamation 8104 of February 1, 2007

                
American Heart Month, 2007

                By the President of the United States of America

                A Proclamation

                Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the 
                United States, claiming hundreds of thousands of lives 
                each year. During American Heart Month, we renew our 
                commitment to fighting cardiovascular disease by 
                increasing public awareness of this deadly disease and 
                understanding of how it can be prevented.

                Today, millions of Americans live with some form of 
                cardiovascular disease, including congenital heart 
                disease, coronary heart disease, and high blood 
                pressure. Individuals can reduce their chance of 
                developing these and other types of heart disease by 
                exercising regularly, maintaining healthy eating habits 
                and weight, avoiding tobacco use, and monitoring 
                cholesterol and blood pressure levels. All Americans 
                should speak with their doctors about the dangers of 
                this disease and get regular preventive screenings.

                My Administration continues to help raise awareness of 
                heart disease through initiatives such as ``The Heart 
                Truth'' campaign, sponsored by the National Heart, 
                Lung, and Blood Institute. First Lady Laura Bush serves 
                as the National Ambassador of ``The Heart Truth'' 
                campaign and works with partner organizations as part 
                of her Women's Health and Wellness Initiative. The 
                campaign informs women about the dangers of this deadly 
                illness and encourages them to make cardiovascular 
                health a priority. This year marks the fifth 
                anniversary of the campaign, which uses the red dress 
                as a symbol to remind women to protect their heart 
                health and inspire them to take action. New data shows 
                that fewer women are dying from heart disease, and more 
                women are aware heart disease is the number one killer.

                During American Heart Month, we honor the medical 
                professionals, researchers, and all those whose 
                tireless efforts are making a positive difference in 
                the lives of those battling heart disease. By working 
                together, we can continue to help the American people 
                live longer and healthier lives.

                In acknowledgement of the importance of the ongoing 
                fight against cardiovascular disease, the Congress, by 
                Joint Resolution approved December 30, 1963, as amended 
                (77 Stat. 843; 36 U.S.C. 101), has requested that the 
                President issue an annual proclamation designating 
                February as ``American Heart Month.''

                NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the 
                United States of America, do hereby proclaim February 
                2007 as American Heart Month, and I invite all 
                Americans to participate in National Wear Red Day on 
                February 2, 2007. I also invite the Governors of the 
                States, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, officials of 
                other areas subject to the jurisdiction of the United 
                States, and the American people to join me in 
                recognizing and reaffirming our commitment to fighting 
                cardiovascular disease.

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                IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 
                first day of February, in the year of our Lord two 
                thousand seven, and of the Independence of the United 
                States of America the two hundred and thirty-first. 
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