Massachusetts lawmakers gather on the Grand Staircase at the State House in Boston

WBZ NewsRadio covers Go Red for Women gathering at Massachusetts State House

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a group of lawmakers on the steps of the MA state house
Massachusetts lawmakers gather on the Grand Staircase at the State House in Boston, wearing red in support of the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women movement and to raise awareness of cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death in women, during American Heart Month.

The American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women gathering at the Massachusetts State House reached audiences beyond Beacon Hill thanks to coverage from WBZ NewsRadio 1030, helping elevate awareness that cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death in women.

The annual event, held of February 26, brought together members of the Massachusetts Caucus of Women Legislators and their colleagues, who wore red on the Grand Staircase in a visible show of support for women’s heart health and the Go Red for Women movement.

WBZ NewsRadio’s story featured remarks from Sen. Robyn Kennedy, Senate co-chair of the caucus, who emphasized the importance of not only raising awareness, but also investing in research, science and funding to improve prevention, treatment and outcomes.

Listen to the WBZ NewsRadio report here.

The coverage also highlighted the need to address persistent disparities in women’s heart health and the role policymakers can play in advancing equitable solutions.

Media coverage like this plays a critical role in extending the reach of lifesaving information, helping ensure more women understand their risk and take action to protect their health.