Cardiovascular Disease Patient Advocate
BREAKOUT SESSION
IMPROVING WOMEN'S HEART HEALTH AND CARDIOVASCULAR CARE
Join us for an insightful discussion on the importance of self-advocacy for women in managing their heart health. This segment, sponsored by Amgen, will feature Latrice Baxter, a passionate cardiovascular disease patient advocate, and Celina Gorre, the CEO of WomenHeart. Listen in as Celina and Latrice share their experiences and insights on how women can take charge of their cardiovascular health, highlighting the critical role of self-advocacy in navigating the healthcare system. During the session, Latrice Baxter will discuss her personal journey with heart disease, emphasizing the significance of being proactive and informed about one's health, including the often-silent risk factors for cardiovascular events, like high LDL cholesterol, the “bad” cholesterol. Additionally, Celina Gorre will provide an overview of the broader landscape of women's heart health, addressing the disparities and challenges women face in receiving adequate cardiovascular care. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from these inspiring leaders, gain valuable knowledge on improving care for women, and be empowered to take charge of your own heart health.
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Bio
Tennessee native Latrice lived with untreated high cholesterol for at least a decade. Yet, as a Black woman, she says her concerns were minimized by her former health care professionals. Today Latrice has a new doctor and is on a new medication that is managing her high LDL-C. Now, she wants to share her story to raise awareness of this hidden public health crisis and shine a light on the disparities in care Black women, like her, face every day.