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WomenHeart’s Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic
Every time I turn on the news about the COVID-19 pandemic, I hear about the highest risk groups of older adults and those with pre-existing conditions. And at the top of the list of conditions is heart disease. It was for this reason that our response to the...
Living with Heart Failure, My Heart Story
When heart failure struck, I was dumbfounded. I never felt any pain. I was the picture of health. My father and uncle both died of heart failure, but we always attributed it to excess weight, smoking, and alcohol – none of which were part of my life. But then I...
COVID-19:The Great Equalizer
COVID-19 will go down as many things in the history books. I watch the case numbers climb and the stock market numbers dive. But for me, it has been a great equalizer. Since my heart failure diagnosis, I have been the one staying home, slowing down, appreciating life....
WomenHeart Encourages Virtual Support for Women Heart Patients
The global pandemic of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is in the U.S. and the number of people infected and/or exposed is growing daily. According to the CDC, older adults and people with serious chronic medical conditions, like heart disease, diabetes and lung...
Talking about Heart Health and Pregnancy on Capitol Hill
Heart disease can impact women before, during and after pregnancy, and it is the number one cause of maternal mortality. As Congress advances legislation to address the rising rate of maternal mortality in the United States, and specifically the disparities in...
The Art with Hidden Risk
It was a brisk morning in February at The Oculus, the imposing white structure that truly looks risen from the ashes of the World Trade Center site. After taking in a silent breath to pay my respects, I entered and immediately identified the energized gathering in the...
Heart Disease is Anything but Typical
[youtube video_id="uB1lRJuUeNQ" caption="darlene's WomenHeart PSA"] I am a six-time marathoner who was diagnosed with advanced heart failure while training for a race that should have been my seventh. I was a whole/healthy foods vegan at the time of my diagnosis, I...
A Message from WomenHeart Board Chair
“My cardiologist saved my heart; WomenHeart saved my life.” This is a refrain we hear often from WomenHeart Champions, and as a Champion myself since 2014, it surely applies to my experience. And it is the passion that will fuel my leadership of this organization for...
Jewelry & Fashion Exclusives with WomenHeart
WomenHeart has some very exciting gems for Heart Month! Throughout the month of February, WomenHeart has partnered with multiple jewelry and fashion companies that have pledged financial support to WomenHeart and are offering exclusive access to jewelry and...
Nominations Open for 2020 Wenger Awards
WomenHeart is now accepting nominations for the 2020 Wenger Awards. Named after women heart disease pioneer Dr. Nanette Kass Wenger, the Wenger Award highlights excellence in women heart disease, including research, innovation, practice, advocacy and partnerships....
Congress Works to Address High Costs and Burdens on Patients
Like many other patients, women living with heart disease spend countless hours and thousands of dollars on health care costs. Over the past year, Congress has debated several policies to make health care more affordable. Numerous bills have been introduced that would...
Recognizing National Family Caregivers Month
November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country. In honor of this month, WomenHeart is helping by: Raising awareness of family caregiver issues Celebrating the efforts of family caregivers Educating...