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Genes and Screens for Inherited Heart Disease

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Educating Around a Challenging Diagnosis

If 1 in 500 Americans have hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, why isn’t it more talked about? The HCMA hopes to change that by upending common misconceptions.

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Taking Her Health to Heart

For over 30 years, a number of treatments and lifestyle changes have helped Vanessa manage her HOCM. Even through complications, she’s remained steadfast.

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Strong Family Ties

As a young athlete, Paul worried if his heart would give out. His cousin had died while jogging, and he had the same gene that can block blood flow.

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A Medical History Helps Unravel a Mystery

Early diagnosis is key for treating HOCM. Family medical history, highlighting heart-related conditions, and genetic testing can help pinpoint a mutation.

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Hope on the Horizon

With more research, doctors hope to have a better understanding of all the causes of HOCM, and ultimately, more targeted therapies.

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