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A Community Event to Raise Awareness of a Rare Heart Condition Called ATTR-CM*
from I Messenger 3-24-23
by Cheryl Smith
Voices for the Heart is a program dedicated to raising awareness of a rare heart condition called hereditary ATTR-CM (hATTR-CM). hATTR-CM is a serious and often underdiagnosed cause of heart failure in Black, African American, and Afro-Caribbean communities.
As part of the program, Pfizer is teaming up with groups in the community to:
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• Explain the warning signs of ATTR-CM
• Help you or your loved ones who might have this heart condition talk about it with their doctor
Learn more about a community-based event coming to your area on the next page.
*ATTR-CM=transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy. Registration
Searching for youth ages 12-18 for an outstanding opportunity to join a great organization!
NCNW has some exciting events and opportunities to offer our youth Planned activities include, but are not limited to:


• Job Fairs

• Social Outings
• Scholarship Awards
• Youth Global Initiative
• Community Health Fair
• College Fairs/Expos & Tours

• Volunteer Opportunities & more!
For more information, please contact NCNW 3rd Vice President LaKendra McAfee Email: tmhvpres3@gmail.com/Phone: 469-404-7235 contact LaKendra McAfee, NCNW Youth Coord. 214-463-9476



