More than 60 million women in the United States are living with some form of heart disease, including arrhythmia, heart failure and coronary artery disease. On Tuesday, Feb. 13 at 9:00 a.m. ET, join Washington Post Live during American Heart Month for conversations with public officials and health experts about cardiovascular risk factors for women, the disproportionate impact on women of color and how lifestyle changes can improve heart health.
Date and Time
Tuesday, Feb. 13 at 9:00 a.m. ET
Doors open for reception at 8:15 a.m. ET
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Location
The Washington Post
1301 K Street, NW
Registration is required to attend.
High LDL (bad) cholesterol is a global concern for women that is under-recognized, under-diagnosed, and under-treated. In a segment presented by Amgen, WomenHeart CEO, Celina Gorre will speak to a woman living with cardiovascular disease about the urgent need for healthcare professionals and women to prioritize LDL testing and management. Aiming low with LDL, is the best way for women – especially those that have experienced a heart event – to reduce their risk for heart attack and stroke.
