MTD JOINS FORCES WITH THE AHA TO PROMOTE HEART HEALTH
Reduce Your Risk for a Heart Attack This Winter
CLEVELAND – November 2, 2009 – What do sipping cocoa, snuggling under blankets and heart attacks all have in common? They are all more common during the cold winter months. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 1,200 Americans die annually from a heart attack or similar cardiac event during or after a big snowstorm, and shoveling is often the trigger. To help create awareness, work to lower that number, and highlight other ways to stay safe during winter, MTD Products Inc, a global manufacturer of outdoor power equipment, and the American Heart Association have partnered to promote heart health and winter safety during the snow shoveling season. “The American Heart Association has demonstrated a commitment to helping people build healthier lives, free of cardiovascular disease and stroke. MTD is committed to promoting winter safety, including safe snow removal,” said Jessica Gardner, marketing communica…… Read More