How to Observe World Heart Day 2020-  Tips and Gift Ideas

World Heart Day is held on the last Sunday of September every year. Started in 1999, this event is organized by World Heart Foundation to make people aware about cardiovascular diseases and heart care tips. Businesses, non profits and health care organizations can  do their part to promote healthy living and make people aware of how to take good care of heart and reduce the risks of cardiac diseases.

Cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of death worldwide. Spreading awareness of a healthy life style  can  go a long way in reducing the risks.

Here are some ideas for businesses to observe World Heart Day

Healthy eating:  Heart diseases are often termed as lifestyle diseases because eating unhealthy food is cited as one of the main reasons for cardiac conditions. Encourage your clients and employees to eat homely and well balanced food.

Businesses can think of various useful handouts like custom salad bowl sets and lunch containers to make it easy for your employees or clients o pack meals and stay away from junk food. Get these imprinted with your brand, taglines and  healthy heart message to make it align with the theme of world heart day

Fun runs: Running and walking are the simplest and the most effective workouts for heart. Spread awareness on adopting an active life style by organizing fun runs like 5K marathons in your community. Consider useful awareness handouts like imprinted T shirts or water bottles that will keep your message in their plain view and remind them to stay active .

Organize a Corporate golf day

Game days and sporting events are not just fun but make a great way for people to stay fit. A corporate golf day will make a great occasion to highlight the message of world health day while offering the much needed break for your employees. Handouts like golf umbrellas or hats will make great giveaways on this occasion.

Health checks: Organize a free health camp in your community to spread the message of world heart day and  show your social commitment. You can even include public talks and science forums to make the event more useful for the public. Handouts like fitness bands or yoga mats will make a great choice, considering the fact that obesity is  one of the main factors that lead to heart disease.

Stage shows and concerts: Tug the hearts of the audience with some great music and stage events to drive home the message or world heart day. Giveaways like sunglasses or hand fans will not just enhance the experience of the viewers but make glaring reminders of this great day. Customize it with your brand and message to make it unique and truly memorable.

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