February is American Heart Month, and today is Wear Red Day to help raise awareness.

Dr. James Peacock, a cardiologist with White Plains Hospital, joined News 12 to discuss how heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S.

Dr. Peacock gave numerous tips on how to improve your heart health and pointed out ways to help prevent heart disease.

He also detailed the warning signs or symptoms to look out for when it comes to heart disease.