AK SCR9

Designates February 2022 as American Heart Month in Alaska in recognition of the ongoing fight against cardiovascular disease.

Notes that cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States and the second leading cause of death in Alaska, affecting more than 24,000 Alaskans.

Highlights that approximately 2,380 Americans die of cardiovascular disease daily, with about 805,000 heart attacks and 795,000 new or recurrent strokes occurring annually in the United States.

Urges all citizens to recognize the importance of cardiopulmonary resuscitation training, calling 911 for symptoms, and installing automated external defibrillator programs in communities.

Emphasizes that preventive and community-based strategies can increase survival rates and save thousands of lives each year from cardiac arrest.