Heart Awareness Month and World Heart Day are campaigns that aim to increase awareness about cardiovascular disease (CVD) and the importance of heart health. The Heart and Stroke Foundation of South Africa (HSFSA) organizes various communitybased activities and programs, such as the School Health Promotion Initiative, to educate individuals about the advantages of maintaining optimal heart health. It is crucial to understand the effects of hypertension, diabetes, climate change, and pollution on CVD to determine one’s cumulative risk. By adopting healthy habits and supporting the HSFSA, individuals can minimize the risk of CVD onset and decrease morbidity and mortality.
