Presidential Documents

6831 

Federal Register 

Vol. 73, No. 24 

Tuesday, February 5, 2008 

Title 3— 

The President 

Proclamation 8220 of February 1, 2008 

American Heart Month, 2008 

By the President of the United States of America 

A Proclamation 

Heart disease is the number one killer of both men and women in the 

United States. As we observe American Heart Month, we renew our commitment to raising awareness of the serious impact of cardiovascular disease, 

and we encourage all citizens to take steps to help prevent it. 

By exercising regularly, avoiding tobacco, limiting consumption of alcohol, 

following a nutritious diet, and monitoring high blood cholesterol and high 

blood pressure, we all can work to decrease the chances of developing 

cardiovascular disease. I urge all Americans to take advantage of regular 

screenings and consult their doctors about how to reduce their personal 

risk for heart disease. 

In 2002, the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, coordinating with 

other Federal agencies and national organizations, established the national 

campaign ‘‘The Heart Truth’’ to raise awareness among women of the dangers 

of cardiovascular disease. Today, more Americans are aware that it is the 

leading cause of death. The National Ambassador of ‘‘The Heart Truth’’ 

campaign, First Lady Laura Bush, continues to lead the Federal Government’s 

efforts to send the urgent message to women about their risk for heart 

disease. Through this campaign, millions of women across the country have 

come to recognize the red dress as an important reminder to make healthy 

choices for their heart and encourage others to do the same. 

During American Heart Month, we express our gratitude to the dedicated 

medical professionals, researchers, and others whose tireless efforts help 

save lives and make a difference for countless Americans. As we work 

together to fight this deadly disease, we recognize that every person can 

take action to reduce his or her risk for heart disease and make the decision 

to live a healthier life. 

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 2008 as American Heart Month, 

and I invite all Americans to participate in National Wear Red Day on 

February 1, 2008. 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 eight, and of the Independence 

of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-second. 

[FR Doc. 08–546 

Filed 2–4–08; 11:21 am] 

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