About every 25 seconds, an American will suffer a coronary event, and about every minute someone will die from one, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.  To help Americans beat the odds, Creighton University Medical Center encourages the community to “Focus on the Heart” by undergoing regular screenings and adopting a heart-healthy lifestyle.

Creighton University Medical Center employees wore red Friday, February 5, to recognize National Go Red for Women Day.  The annual event is held to raise awareness about heart disease and emphasize the symptoms women may have that are different from men.

The hospital also supports the American Heart Association through various events throughout the year including the Omaha Heart Ball and Omaha Metro Heart Walk.  Creighton University Medical Center employees raise money and awareness for heart disease throughout the year.