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New online! Scientific journey from PSCK9 discovery in familial hypercholesterolaemia nature.com/articles/s4156…

Today is #HoFHAwarenessDay The landmark discovery of #PCSK9 by Prof. Marianne Abifadel & team nearly 20 years ago.. This remarkable story of discovery started with 3 families with high cholesterol and one brilliant young woman working on her PhD @atherosociety @society_eas

What sets #homozygous familial hypercholesterolaemia apart is the FH-causing #gene from both parents. Let's raise awareness of #HoFH! Visit: fhef.org/hofh-awareness… #Unite4HoFH #KnowHoFH #RareDisease #Maythe4thbewithyou #HoFHAwarenessDay @fhpatienteurope

Today is #HoFHAwarenessDay #MayThe4thBeWithYou What distinguishes #homozygous familial hypercholesterolaemia from the heterozygous form is the stronger presence of the FH-causing #gene, coming from both the mother and the father, which makes the condition way more severe, dangerous, and rare. This is why we need to raise awareness of #HoFH, and unite the community. Today, we unite, we educate, and we elevate HoFH awareness like never before #Maythe4thbewithyou ⭐ Learn more: rb.gy/6g2xsn #Unite4HoFH #KnowHoFH #RareDisease #HoFHAwarenessDay @fhpatienteurope

#HoFHAwarenessDay #KnowHoFH #MayThe4thBeWithYou @fhpatienteurope

Today is #HoFHAwarenessDay 2025! We proudly mark the 2 HoFH Awareness Day, “Galaxy Forces United: For #HoFH Awareness Day” Read more➡️fhef.org/news/uniting-g… Join the conversation, Share #Unite4HoFH. May the force be with you today! #MayThe4thBeWithYou #rarediseas

Despite the challenges he faces, Marc continues to fight for better awareness and support for kids like him. Read his story: bit.ly/RDD-Marc #TheRareWeShare is #MoreThanYouCanImagine #RareDiseaseDay #HoFH #FCS #FHEuropeFoundation @eurordis

🧬 #HoFH and #FCS are rare genetic conditions. HoFH: LDLR, Apo B, PCSK9 gene variants. Both parents have FH. FCS: Mutations in LPL, LMFI, Apo C-II, Apo A-V, GPIHBP1 genes. Together, we can raise awareness and advocate for better care. #TheRareWeShare #RareDiseaseDay @eurordis

🌟 Sisters Staying Active 🌟 🎄 Arwen & India Rijken stay active with skiing & dog walks! ⛷️ Arwen feels free skiing. 🐾 India walks her dog Mango during recovery. 💬 How do you stay active? #FHEuropeFoundation #BeActive #FHEFCommunity

🥟 A Taste of Nepal 🎄 Athanasios Pallidis, living with HoFH in Greece, shares a Nepali chutney recipe – perfect with dumplings! 📋 Full recipe: linktr.ee/fhef_ #FHEuropeFoundation #EatHealthy #FHEFCommunity

💪 Stay Strong This Season 🎄 Chyrel Lichaa, living with HoFH in Lebanon, stays fit with her favorite workout! 🎥 Watch Chyrel’s demo & get moving! 💬 What’s your go-to workout? #FHEuropeFoundation #BeActive #FHEFCommunity

🚴‍♀️ “From the saddle of a bike, all problems seem small.” 🎄 Kristýna Čillíková from ČAKO finds freedom and strength in cycling – it clears the mind and strengthens the heart. 💬 What outdoor activity lifts your spirits? #FHEuropeFoundation #BeActive #FHEFCommunity

🎄 This season, we're sharing tips for a healthier holiday from our inspiring community. Meet Elsie Evans, living with HoFH & managing our Ambassador Programme in the UK. 💬 What does self-care mean to you? #FHEuropeFoundation #SelfCare #FHEFCommunity

Notices and messages we want to see 1. Made me smile

Our Ambassadors shone at #ISA2024! 🌟 Led by Elsie Evans, our booth became a hub for interviews with global experts, sharing insights on FH, Lp(a), HoFH, FCS, and more. Grateful for this incredible opportunity! 🙌

Day 2 at #ISA2024 in Oman: FHEF Ambassadors shared experiences of living with high #Lp(a) via 3 posters. Elsie Evans highlighted #HoFH's burden & our Ambassador Programme. @atherosociety

Chyrel Lichaa shared her powerful journey at #ISA2024, from patient to advocate for #HoFH in Lebanon & globally. Her story highlights achievements, challenges, and the urgent need for #action to ensure access to life-saving treatments.

Jill Prawer raised #FCS awareness at #ISA2024 in Oman. FCS, a rare genetic lipid disorder, affects 1-2/million. Honored to share 2022 survey insights on its burden & quality of life. 🩶 #RareDiseases

Kristýna Čillíková from ČAKO shared how patient organizations improve care at #ISA2024 in Oman. ČAKO has been pushing for a Czech cardiovascular plan since 2023, with its launch set for December. #AmbassadorsInAction #PragueDeclaration #FHchildscreening