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A Community Event to Raise Awareness of a Rare Heart Condition Called ATTR-CM*

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

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