Lucille Roberson, Miami, FL: I was really pleased to learn about the Heart Health Forever stamp that was featured on my favorite TV show, “The Biggest Loser.” I am a big fan of promoting a healthy lifestyle. To set an example in my own life, I have lost 50 pounds.
In a move to raiseawareness of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, the U.S. Surgeon General, thehost from NBC’s “The Biggest Loser,” and the American Heart Association joinedthe Postmaster General in dedicating the 2012 Social Awareness Heart HealthForever stamp.
The stamp plays a keymotivational role in a competition featured on The Biggest Loser, airingTuesday, February 14 at 7 pm Central. Theepisode also included a sweepstakes announcement to encourage letter writing.
All 50 million of the45-cent First-Class Forever stamps, available in sheets of 20, are available nationwidetoday at usps.com/shop,800-782-6724 and at most Post Offices. The back of the stamp sheet offers hearthealthy tips.
The Heart HealthForever stamp was dedicated at MedStar Washington Hospital Center by U.S. Surgeon General Regina M.Benjamin, M.D., M.B.A., and Postmaster General Patrick Donahoe.
“Prevention is the keyto eliminating heart attacks and strokes,” said Benjamin. “We are givingAmericans information and tools to make healthier choices to prevent tobaccouse, access healthy foods and find enjoyable ways to get regular exercise. TheHeart Health Social Awareness Stamp and the Million Hearts Campaign aregreat reminders of the importance of prevention.”
“Nothing touches theheart like a letter from a loved one,” said Postmaster General Patrick Donahoe. “We hope Americans will use our 2012 Heart Health Social Awareness stamps forwriting letters to loved ones and friends.”
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