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Heart Failure Awareness Campaign 2023 – Highlight Heart Failure and Save Lives

New initiative by Global Heart Hub aims to raise public awareness of heart disease More than 60 million people worldwide are affected by heart failure. A MAJOR global initiative during the month of May aims to raise public awareness of Heart Failure in an effort to save lives.  The Global Heart Failure Awareness Month 2023

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“Healthy Together” Wellness Program – Webinar & Next Program Dates

We’re excited to have Julie Wilde from Transform with Wellness as the guest speaker at this month’s webinar: “DCM Foundation’s Healthy Together Wellness Program.”   During this April 19th live event, Julie will share practical tips and ideas for healthy living – from diet and exercise to mindfulness, sleep and stress management. Julie is a certified

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One Family’s Story of Genetic Cardiomyopathy – Awareness is Key

Lea Geli’s story is one that spans three generations and it epitomizes how important it is for doctors and patients alike to be aware of the genetic risks of cardiomyopathy. Lea knew heart failure caused her father’s passing, but didn’t know the details. He was relatively private in his own life and didn’t share many

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New & Improved DCMF Website Navigation – Easier to Find What You Need

The DCM Foundation website has been reorganized to provide you with faster and easier access to the information you need. This website provides the most current information and resources available to DCM patients and their families. The redesigned homepage gives you links to access important information about DCM including Symptoms, Stages, Arrhythmias, Causes, and Genetics

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Global Heart Hub’s New “Empower” Webinar Series

The Global Heart Hub has launched a new webinar series called “Empower.” These quarterly webinars are co-hosted with patient organizations within the GHH affiliate community. The goals of this series are two-fold: 1.) To support the shared commitment to reaching and empowering the global patient community and creating a collective voice. 2.) To focus on

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Pneumonia Vaccination Guidelines for Cardiomyopathy Patients

Adults 19 through 64 Years Old The CDC recommends pneumococcal vaccination for adults 19 through 64 years old who have certain chronic medical conditions or other risk factors, including: Chronic heart disease, congestive heart failure, and cardiomyopathies Ask your doctor if getting a pneumonia vaccine is right for you. To read the full CDC guidelines

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Stephanie Fallon’s Story – Living Well with DCM Since Age 15

We’re honored to be able to share the story of Stephanie Fallon, a patient advocate and friend of the Foundation. Her story reflects the advancement of DCM awareness and treatment since her diagnosis. Her life is a testament to our ability to adapt and persevere.  Stephanie was born with DCM but wasn’t diagnosed until she

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Heart Failure Awareness Week

This week is Heart Failure Awareness Week. This campaign aims to raise awareness of heart failure and highlight what it is like to live with heart failure. The DCM Foundation is proud to support this campaign, led by the Heart Failure Patient Council* of the Global Heart Hub. Heart failure is a serious chronic condition,

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Prioritizing Your Heart Health

Don’t miss this excellent panel discussion recording about the important topic of prioritizing your heart health. This discussion focuses on how to detect and communicate new or changing symptoms of cardiovascular conditions. Now, more than ever, it is important to seek timely medical help when experiencing a change in symptoms. Discussion panel members include: Dr. Sarah

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