World Heart Day
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In 2017, World Heart Day saw a record number of participants. Organized by the World Heart Federation, the annual event seeks to engage governments around the world to educate their citizens about the dangers and prevention of cardiovascular disease. Worldwide, the condition is the number one cause of death.
The celebration in 2017 focused on small changes people can make to improve their heart health. Getting more exercise and making smarter eating decisions were crucial components to the campaign.
