A2: The most severe & rare form is homozygous FH (HoFH). People with #HoFH typically have untreated LDL that is 4 to 10 times the normal level. If left untreated, people with HoFH can develop heart disease as teenagers, sometimes as early as 2 or 3 years old. #KnowFH #KnowHoFH

FH is mostly invisible so let's keep raising awareness to make sure we detect it early. Thank you Global Heart Hub for helping spread the word. #PreventThePreventable #FHAwareness2024 #knowFH #knowHoFH

There's no way you have anything better to do tonight! Come see you online FH Europe Foundation European Atherosclerosis Society 🔗us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regist… #EASSoMe #CvPrev #KnowFH #KnowHoFH

Don't forget to register for our next #HoFH webinar 🗓️ tommorow: Dive into statins, ezetimibe, and apheresis. 👉 Secure your spot now: bit.ly/4dWfT4w #Unite4HoFH #RareDisease #UseHeart to #KnowHoFH and#FindHoFH #Maythe4thbewithyou

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HoFH affects beyond health, impacting self-perception & opportunities. Despite challenges, resilience shines. Empowerment through education & advocacy can improve outcomes. #Unite4HoFH #RareDisease #UseHeart to #KnowHoFH and #FindHoFH #Maythe4thbewithyou

Managing #HoFH requires a lifelong, multi-faceted treatment approach. Access to care and affordability remain global challenges. #Unite4HoFH #RareDisease #UseHeart to #KnowHoFH and #FindHoFH #Maythe4thbewithyou

Lipoprotein apheresis effectively lowers cholesterol in HoFH but demands invasive, regular sessions, especially burdensome for children. Without treatment, HoFH reduces life expectancy. #Unite4HoFH #RareDisease #UseHeart #KnowHoFH #FindHoFH #Maythe4thbewithyou

Why do we need HoFH Awareness day❓️ #Unite4HoFH #KnowHoFH #RareDisease 🪪 Hasanain Al-Hamadani Clinical pharmacist Iraqi Lipid Clinics Network FH Europe Foundation

High LDL cholesterol in HoFH progresses rapidly, causing early artery blockage, heart attacks, and strokes. Early detection is crucial for treatment. #Unite4HoFH #RareDisease #UseHeart #KnowHoFH #FindHoFH #Maythe4thbewithyou Join our logo competition: fhef.org/news/hofh-logo…

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Don’t ignore yellowish fatty bumps under the skin around eyes, on knees, elbows, Achilles tendons, fingers or intimate areas. Irrespectively of age. Those might be #cholesterol deposits and signs of #HoFH. Raise awareness about severe & #rare FH. #KnowHoFH #FindHoFH #Unite4HoFH

#FHAwarenessDay2024. Dr دكتور فؤاد الفرطوسي foaad shaghee , the director of the electronic FH consultation center arranged a symposium to a group of HCPs about Dyslipidemia challenges with particular focus on ( FH) . #KnowFH #KnowHoFH International Atherosclerosis Society (IAS) European Atherosclerosis Society fhscglobalregistry #FHWeek Family Heart Foundation

Meet Michelle Watts, an inspiring HoFH and HeFH Ambassador from the USA. Her dedication as a caregiver for her daughter with HoFH is unparalleled. Join us for HoFH Awareness Day and our logo competition: bit.ly/HoFH-comp #Maythe4thBeWithYou #Unite4HoFH #KnowHoFH #FindHoFH

Meet Sara Otter, our Artistic Ambassador from the UK. Through her compelling visual content, she raises awareness about familial hypercholesterolaemia (FH) and HoFH. Design a logo for HoFH Awareness Day that embodies hope and unity: bit.ly/HoFH-comp #Unite4HoFH #KnowHoFH

HoFH AwarenessDay 🚨Logo Competition🚨 #Unite4HoFH #KnowHoFH 🪪 Hasanain Al-Hamadani Clinical pharmacist Iraqi Lipid Clinics Network FH Europe Foundation

Meet Mateusz Szwachta, EAS Communication Lead, excels in raising awareness about cardiovascular health and FH. Join our logo competition to support #HoFH awareness: bit.ly/HoFH-comp #Maythe4thBeWithYou #Unite4HoFH #KnowHoFH #FindHoFH #RareDisease #LogoCompetition

🚨Why We need HoFH AwarenessDay?? #Unite4HoFH #KnowHoFH 🪪 Hasanain Al-Hamadani Clinical pharmacist Iraqi Lipid Clinics Network FH Europe Foundation

Genetic testing in #HoFH is crucial but challenging due to cost and time. It informs treatment but can lead to genetic discrimination. Laws are improving, making testing more accessible. Join our HoFH Awareness Day #logocompetition: bit.ly/HoFH-comp #Unite4HoFH #KnowHoFH