8News talks National Wear Red Day, raising awareness for heart health
Feb 06, 2026
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- 8News got a visit from two special guests on Friday to talk about National Wear Red Day and efforts to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease in women.
8News anchors Autumn Childress and Madison Moore were joined by Angela Simmons, Go Red for Women chair, and Brooke Jo
nes, a cardiac arrest survivor, to talk about why these efforts are important.
"I have found advocacy and a purpose," Jones said. "And that's why I love sharing my story, because if me sharing my story about the importance of CPR saves even one life, then it's worth me doing it."
To learn more about the American Heart Association and how to join the mission to improve awareness about heart health, click here. ...read more read less