Racing to save generations of families from heart disease.

Hello, Have you ever found yourself lost while searching for answers to a health-related issue? Not knowing where to turn or whom to ask for help? That is a reality for many families that are affected by familial hypercholesterolemia (FH), the most genetic condition leading to early heart disease. For generations, families with FH have been fighting an “invisible condition,” which they were never given a name or diagnosis for. They had no explanation for their declining heart health. They had lost hope.  Until they found us, the FH Foundation.  Every dollar raised over the next two weeks will be matched up to $20,000!  Help us double our impact by making your best gift today . Deadline for matching is May 12, 2019.

The Williams family knows this all too well. Of a family of five beautiful sisters, two have been lost to FH. An undeniable family history of extreme high cholesterol and heart disease was to blame. Yet Debbie, Vicki and Lana did not think there was anything that could be done, especially after also losing their father, two siblings and their niece.  When they found the FH Foundation, they were given a name for their condition. Donate

Janell had been struggling for answers for years. Although she was diagnosed with high cholesterol early in her 20s, she had never heard the words “Familial Hypercholesterolemia.” Her treatment needs are unique and for the last thirty years, she has not been receiving the most effective treatment. At age 53, she was finally genetically diagnosed with FH, found the the FH Foundation community, connected with the right FH specialist, and is now managing her high cholesterol better than ever. She since has become an FH Advocate for Awareness. Janell now shares her journey and story of hope with others so they don’t feel alone.  She has a #FHamily .  Donate

The Williams family and Janell are just two examples out of the hundreds of individuals who have found answers. 9 out of 10 people with FH are undiagnosed. The FH Foundation’s mission is to find every individual and family with FH. Everyone with FH deserves to be educated about their condition and receive accurate care. The FH Foundation provides answers, support, a #FHamily, and hope for generations to live long, healthy lives.  Support our work and save the lives of individuals and families with FH by making a donation to the 2019 Race for FH today.