World Heart: why is it celebrated on September 29?
World Heart Day is an important date that aims to raise awareness about issues related to heart health and promote preventive measures for cardiovascular diseases
It is celebrated annually on Today . The date was established by the World Heart Federation and the World Health Organization (WHO) as a global initiative to highlight the importance of healthy habits, such as a balanced diet, regular physical activity, avoiding smoking and monitoring the blood pressure and cholesterol levels. During World Heart Day, various activities are carried out around the world, such as awareness campaigns, sporting events, free health checks, educational lectures and dissemination of information on the prevention and treatment of heart diseases.