National Wear Red Day
Go red for heart health on Wear Red Day! The first Friday in February raises awareness about heart disease in women. Wearing red supports heart health education and research.
About National Wear Red Day
Go red for heart health on Wear Red Day! The first Friday in February raises awareness about heart disease in women. Wearing red supports heart health education and research.
History & origins
National Wear Red Day is the annual women’s heart health awareness day tied to the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women movement. Go Red for Women was established in 2004 in response to the high death rates from cardiovascular disease among women, and the red-dress symbol became a recognizable part of that campaign. The observance is centered in the United States and is held on the first Friday in February as part of American Heart Month.
Why it matters
National Wear Red Day puts a spotlight on cardiovascular disease, which is the leading cause of death in women, and helps close gaps in awareness about symptoms, risk factors, and prevention. It also supports research, screening, and education efforts that can lead to earlier detection and better outcomes. Wearing red turns a simple action into public support for women’s health.
How to celebrate
Wear red clothing. Learn about heart disease in women. Share heart health tips. Support heart research. Get heart health screenings.
Facts
- Heart disease kills 1 in 3 women
- Women often have different heart attack symptoms
- Red dress is the symbol for women's heart health
- Heart disease is largely preventable
- Awareness saves lives
Frequently asked questions
When is National Wear Red Day in 2026?
National Wear Red Day in 2026 is on Saturday, February 7, 2026.
What is National Wear Red Day?
National Wear Red Day is a women’s heart health awareness observance. People wear red to show support for prevention, education, and research around cardiovascular disease.
Who started National Wear Red Day?
The observance is associated with the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women campaign. Go Red for Women began in 2004 to raise awareness of heart disease in women.
How do you celebrate National Wear Red Day?
The simplest way is to wear red and share heart health information with others. Many people also support screenings, learn the warning signs of heart disease, or donate to heart research.
Is National Wear Red Day the same as American Heart Month?
No, they are related but not the same. American Heart Month lasts through February, while National Wear Red Day is the single annual day that spotlights women’s heart health most visibly.
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