Lipoprotein(a) Awareness Day is March 24th

Friday is the second annual Lp(a) Awareness Day, and we want you to join us in raising awareness of elevated lipoprotein(a).  

Let’s spread the word about this common genetic condition causing early heart disease and stroke. Using national, local, and social media, we will make March 24th the day we let everyone #KnowLpa!  
A message from Board Member, Courtney Riley, MD
I have separated my life in time, marked by one great divide: the death of my sister Catherine. She died of a heart attack at just 23 years old. My life before felt secure. My life immediately after was riddled with questions and fear. Why did this happen? What did this mean for me? What did this mean for the rest of my family? I chose to lean into the fear and look for answers. My search led me to the Family Heart Foundation, and it is here I found hope. 

Last year the Family Heart Foundation announced the first ever Lp(a) Awareness Day and it went global! We reached over 83 million people. Now on this second Lp(a) Awareness Day, we aim to reach even more. Having elevated lipoprotein(a) is not a death sentence. Knowing your number gives you knowledge, and knowledge always gives you the upper hand. I encourage you to speak with your doctor and request a blood test for Lp(a) in addition to a standard lipid panel (“cholesterol levels”). Then, if you need help knowing what to do next, or you need support, contact the Family Heart Foundation.

The Family Heart Foundation has had an incredible impact on the diagnosis rate of familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) over the past 11 years and made it possible to measure this progress. We are taking that success and the lessons learned to move the needle even faster for elevated Lp(a).

In the last year we have increased our research on Lp(a), and the Foundation helped find the first important piece to this puzzle – our starting point. Though it should not have shocked me, I was surprised to learn that less than 1% of people have ever had their Lp(a) level tested! And unsurprisingly, it’s only a handful of providers ordering this test.

Going forward the Family Heart Foundation is working on an impactful collaboration with some of the best hospitals in the nation. This project includes education for providers and patients to improve awareness and knowledge of this incredibly prevalent, but underdiagnosed condition. This is an important step to help increase testing and identification of people living with this risk factor.

I have shared the turning point of my life story. I now invite you to join the Family Heart Foundation and me as we fight to change the ending. 
Highlights
Lipoprotein(a) Awareness Day Toolkit

We’ve done the hard part for you – these pre-made posts and content are ready for you to share online or in the real world. Don't forget to use #KnowLpa when posting on social media!


Lipoprotein(a) Awareness Day Tweet-a-thon

We’re having our second annual Lp(a) Awareness Day Tweet-a-thon on March 24th at 12:00 pm ET / 9:00 am PT. Join us for 30 minutes to raise awareness by following and using #KnowLpa and tagging @TheFHFoundation.


New Webinar for Lipoprotein(a)

In honor of Lipoprotein(a) Awareness Day, the Family Heart Foundation will host a webinar focused on elevated Lp(a).

This webinar will review how elevated Lp(a) increases cardiovascular event risk. We'll hear from an individual living with elevated Lp(a). We'll also discuss why you should know your Lp(a) level and what medications may be on the horizon.
Ask me anything!

We’re calling on you to lead the discussion! It's your chance to ask Lp(a) expert, Dr. Gisette Reyes-Soffer the question(s) you want answered*. Submit questions on any of our social media channels or email us by Wednesday, March 22. Tune in on Lp(a) Awareness Day, March 24, to see if your question was selected.




*Please keep questions general and not related to a specific individual's case.
Lipoprotein(a) Awareness Day: TV and Radio Tour
We’re working hard to get the word out about Lipoprotein(a) Awareness Day. Our founder & CEO, Katherine Wilemon, and Family Heart Board Member and Scientific Advisor, Dr. Seth Baum, recently interviewed with local TV and radio stations across the country! On March 17th, they shed light on how elevated Lp(a) can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke, who should have their levels measured, what a diagnosis means for individuals and their families, and much more. Last year we reached 74.7 million people, and we're hoping to reach more this year!

Stay tuned for a recap!
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