American Heart Month, 2016

In simple terms

This proclamation designates February 2016 as American Heart Month and encourages Americans to participate in National Wear Red Day on February 5, 2016. It raises awareness about cardiovascular disease, promotes preventive health measures, and references ongoing public health initiatives including the Affordable Care Act's preventive services, Let's Move!, and Million Hearts.

Federal Register Open PDF 81 FR 5875

Record & deadlines

Jan 29, 2016Signed
Signed by the President
Feb 3, 2016FR published
Published in the Federal Register · 81 FR 5875
Federal Register PDF
Feb 5, 2016
National Wear Red Day observance
Feb 1, 2016
American Heart Month begins

Key directives

Proclaim February 2016 as American Heart Month
Invite all Americans to participate in National Wear Red Day on February 5, 2016
Invite Governors and officials to join in recognizing commitment to fighting cardiovascular disease

What to expect

Immediate

Proclamation takes effect upon signing
February 2016 designated as American Heart Month

Near term (90d)

National Wear Red Day observance on February 5, 2016

Long term

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Risks & tensions

Proclamation contains no binding mandates or funding allocations; awareness impact depends on voluntary participation
Reference to Affordable Care Act preventive services links ceremonial proclamation to contested policy context