In observance of American Heart Month, Pella Regional has lit up the outside of the hospital’s main entrance in red as a visual reminder for people to pay attention to their heart health, especially during heart month.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men, women, and people of most racial and ethnic groups in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. One person dies every 36 seconds in the United States from cardiovascular disease.

Pella Regional Health Center offers many tests and screenings for the early detection of heart disease, as well as many treatment options for those who suffer from cardiovascular problems, according to Kelly Voorhis with Cardiac Rehabilitation Services.

Staying on top of diet and exercise is the easiest way to prevent heart disease. Regular exercise, such as walking, jogging, lifting weights, bicycling or yard work also plays a large role in your cardiovascular health.