‘Use Heart, Know Heart’ - today is the World Heart Day, a reminder to everyone around the globe to take care of their hearts. This year’s theme is focused on the essential initial step in doing so - knowing our hearts first. As our small contribution in these efforts, our creative team developed a 3D still image visualization of the human heart.

Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are the most common cause of death globally. Combined, conditions affecting the heart or blood vessels – such as heart attack, stroke and heart failure – kill more than 20.5 million every year.

Yet, according to the World Heart Federation, up to 80% of premature deaths from CVDs are preventable, by making small adjustments to our lifestyle – what we eat and drink, how much we exercise, and how we manage stress.

Spanning six continents, with hundreds of World Heart Federation member organizations, schools, universities, sports clubs and the vibrant cardiology community make World Heart Day a truly global event. Every year these groups and individuals bring their local flair, favor and colors to festivities, marking the day by sharing heart healthy regional specialties, leading a dance to get the whole community moving, and sharing life-saving lessons far and wide.

Learn more at the World Heart Day and World Health Organization websites.

And keep an eye out for events and heart-shaped activations in your neighborhood this World Heart Day!
Helix Animation Team