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November 2019 eNews
Take Action to Support Heart Health After Pregnancy
Legislation is moving in Congress that would expand access to health coverage for women after pregnancy – a time when many are at risk for life-threatening heart conditions. The Helping MOMS Act (H.R. 4996) provides for a state option under Medicaid to extend coverage for women postpartum for up to twelve months. Tell Congress to pass this legislation now!
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Giving Tuesday is Almost Here
We set a big goal for Giving Tuesday this year: Raise enough money in a single day to support our 10 new support networks, located in 7 new states, for one year. Please consider joining the charge to reach our transformative goal on December 3. Supporters who donate $50 or more on Giving Tuesday will receive WomenHeart’s new Signature Lapel Pin. Afraid you’ll forget to donate? You can make a gift now to be processed on #GivingTuesday.
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Congress Addresses Affordable Health Care
Over the past year, Congress has debated several policies to make health care more affordable. Numerous bills have been introduced that would reduce patients’ costs and address roadblocks to getting the care providers prescribe. Read more about policies to address surprise billing, Medicare Part D out-of-pocket costs, preventive care for chronic conditions and streamlining prior authorization.
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November is National Family Caregivers Month
Women living with heart disease often receive care from a family caregiver when they are recovering from surgery, receiving treatment after a diagnosis, dealing with chronic needs or aging. At the same time, many women living with heart disease serve as family caregivers for others in their lives with acute or long-term care needs. Read more about the impact of caregiving on heart health. |
New Cholesterol Infographic
WomenHeart recently updated our infographic on cholesterol and heart health. Check it out here. You can download the English and Spanish versions here in the Virtual Red Bag of Courage. Thanks to Amgen for support of this effort.
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