American Heart Month, 2020

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Vol. 85

Wednesday,

No. 24

February 5, 2020

Part III

The President

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Proclamation 9985--American Heart Month, 2020

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Proclamation 9987--National African American History Month, 2020

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Title 3--

The President

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Proclamation 9985 of January 31, 2020

American Heart Month, 2020

By the President of the United States of America

A Proclamation

As the leading cause of death for both men and women

nationwide, heart disease devastates hundreds of

thousands of families every year. During American Heart

Month, we pause to remember the lives lost to heart

disease and the families who mourn, and we reaffirm our

commitment to preventing and treating this terrible

disease that inflicts immeasurable pain and suffering.

onwide, heart disease devastates hundreds of

thousands of families every year. During American Heart

Month, we pause to remember the lives lost to heart

disease and the families who mourn, and we reaffirm our

commitment to preventing and treating this terrible

disease that inflicts immeasurable pain and suffering.

Evidence-based research has identified several critical

risk factors that contribute to heart disease,

including elevated blood pressure and cholesterol,

physical inactivity, excess body weight, high salt

intake, smoking, age, and family history. According to

the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about

half of all Americans have at least one of three key

risk factors: high blood pressure, high blood

cholesterol, or a history of smoking. While some risk

factors are unchangeable, most are avoidable with

behavior modification and lifestyle changes like eating

a healthy diet, moderating alcohol consumption,

exercising regularly, and avoiding smoking. Making

small, incremental changes and creating healthier

habits can lead to life-saving benefits. We must all

take decisive action to control our cardiovascular

health and support and motivate friends and family

members in their efforts to curb unhealthy behaviors.

Community groups, educators, and fitness and healthcare

professionals can also provide guidance, support,

accountability, and encouragement on the journey to

better health.

l our cardiovascular

health and support and motivate friends and family

members in their efforts to curb unhealthy behaviors.

Community groups, educators, and fitness and healthcare

professionals can also provide guidance, support,

accountability, and encouragement on the journey to

better health.

American innovation and medical advancements continue

to improve treatment options for those who have

experienced heart disease. Medical procedures to treat

heart conditions are more precise, using less invasive

techniques with fewer complications and faster recovery

times. Additionally, we have developed medications to

more effectively treat high blood pressure, high blood

cholesterol, and type 2 diabetes, all conditions that

contribute to an increased risk of heart disease. We

also commend the dedicated healthcare professionals,

physical therapists, counselors, volunteers, and

educators who make a positive impact in the lives of

those battling heart disease and undergoing cardiac

rehabilitation.

Every year, millions of Americans suffer from the

healthcare costs, physical disabilities, and premature

death caused by cardiovascular diseases and conditions.

We can--and must--work to save lives and reverse the

somber statistics and cruel grip that heart disease has

on our Nation's families. Thanks to scientific

research, medical advances, and healthy lifestyle

choices, much of the power to combat this disease is

within our grasp

seases and conditions.

We can--and must--work to save lives and reverse the

somber statistics and cruel grip that heart disease has

on our Nation's families. Thanks to scientific

research, medical advances, and healthy lifestyle

choices, much of the power to combat this disease is

within our grasp. During American Heart Month, I urge

all men and women to prioritize their health and to

take the necessary measures to lead a heart-healthy

lifestyle.

In acknowledgement of the importance of the ongoing

fight against cardiovascular disease, the Congress, by

Joint Resolution approved on December 30, 1963, as

amended (36 U.S.C. 101), has requested that the

President issue an annual proclamation designating

February as American Heart Month.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the

United States of America, do hereby proclaim February

2020 as American Heart Month, and I invite all

Americans to participate in National Wear Red Day on

February 7, 2020. I also invite the Governors of the

States, the Commonwealth

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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.

February 7, 2020. I also invite the Governors of the

States, the Commonwealth

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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.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this

thirty-first day of January, in the year of our Lord

two thousand twenty, and of the Independence of the

United States of America the two hundred and forty-

fourth.

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