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Explore Yajaira's journey with severe hypertriglyceridemia (sHTG), including the risks of high triglycerides, pancreatitis, and the importance of early awareness.

March marks Amyloidosis Awareness Month. We sat down with Charles, an 88-year-old retired cardiologist from Massachusetts, who shared what it’s like to diagnose and treat heart disease for decades and then face a diagnosis himself. His experience with transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy (ATTR-CM) offers a unique perspective on this underrecognized condition.

Through their stories, families, advocates and experts paint a vivid picture of what life with Angelman syndrome looks like – the obstacles, the triumphs and the moments of strength that define their journeys. They share their experiences navigating the path to diagnosis, the hallmark signs and symptoms of AS and, most importantly, the incredible joy that their children with AS bring to their lives. 

Rick has experienced symptoms of FCS his entire life. He has been hospitalized more times than he can count with acute pancreatitis and describes it as the most pain he has ever been in. Despite these challenges, Rick is hopeful about the future for people living with this rare and severe disease and passionate about helping other people with FCS.