AF Stat Patient Profiles: NBA Hall-of-Famer Jerry West and Mellanie True Hills
Posted on June 10th, 2009 by Mellanie
We recently mentioned that StopAfib.org is a proud member of AF StatTM: A Call to Action for Atrial Fibrillation. It’s exciting to have 24 organizations, along with Dr. Eric Prystowsky, Senator Bill Frist, MD, and NBA Hall of Famer Jerry West, working together to raise afib awareness.
To learn more: About AF Stat and see the newly-posted profiles of afib patients Jerry West and Mellanie True Hills
In addition, you can help raise awareness of afib by contacting your Congressman or Congresswoman. You will find details here:
Ask Your U.S. Representative to Support Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month
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