Learning about hATTR Amyloidosis, a Genetic Disease that Disproportionately Impacts Black Communities
Dr. P On The Pod10 Aug 2023

Learning about hATTR Amyloidosis, a Genetic Disease that Disproportionately Impacts Black Communities

Hereditary ATTR amyloidosis, or hATTR amyloidosis, is a rare, inherited condition that has an increased prevalence among people of African descent. This week, Dr. P is joined by Alnylam Patient Education Liaison (PEL), Valerie Graham, and Cece, who is living with hATTR amyloidosis, to learn more about the condition. We’ll talk about the importance of discussing health history within families and the role genetic testing can play in helping to determine someone’s risk for developing a disease....

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