American Heart Month

Research shows heart and brain diseases are linked

American Health Association annual study shows how brain and heart diseases are related via blood vessels

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Heart disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide according to the American Heart Association. At this time every year, researchers publish reviews of studies related to the condition. This year, researchers found many risk factors for heart disease are the same for brain disease. “Risk factors like high blood pressure, diabetes, elevated cholesterol, smoking and…

LIVE: Wear Red Day For Heart Health

Wear Red February 7th To Raise Awareness About #1 Killer Of Women In America

  You have just a couple days to plan your outfit to help raise awareness for one of the biggest health issues in the country. National Wear Red Day is this Friday, February 7th. It’s part of American Heart Month. The American Heart Association wants to raise awareness about the threat of heart disease in America. Experts say one in…

One Woman’s Journey Surviving a Heart Attack

Fargo woman shares her survival story, hoping to inspire others

FARGO, N.D. — February is American Heart Month. The American Heart Association’s Go Red for Woman campaign is encouraging women to take their heart health seriously. One woman wanted to share her story to help others to be more aware. “Putzing around the house and whatever,” says Wentz. Mary Wentz, of Fargo, like many people on the weekend, was trying…