WHAT WE DO
Awareness, Education, Advocacy + Equality
The Foundation of the National Lipid Association is a 501(c)(3) organization formed in 2008 to serve as a patient education organization in the field of clinical lipidology. We are focused on providing education, advocacy, and resources to help patients and their families manage and overcome lipid-related health problems that may put them at risk for a heart attack or stroke.
We aim to translate scientific and medical progress into effective evidence-based guidance for optimal patient care.
lipid disorders
Have you been diagnosed with or think you may have a lipid disorder? We can help.
The Need
Why do we work on engaging patients and consumers?
Patients today are encouraged to become part of their healthcare team and to be the leaders in making decisions about their health. Patient Engagement is essential in improving overall population health outcomes. Patient engagement is defined as interventions designed to actively involve patients in their well-being and health. Patient engagement has been shown to improve adherence to treatment plans, increase patient satisfaction, and lower hospital utilization and healthcare costs among patients with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD). However, patients often don’t feel like they have the information and resources they need to be part of their care team and to make informed decisions.
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Health Screenings for You & Your Family
Did you know that the state of Kentucky has the 9th highest rate of heart disease in the country? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heart disease was the leading cause of death among Kentucky citizens. The Foundation of the NLA works with local health centers to provide complimentary LDL-cholesterol, triglyceride, and glucose/A1c screenings to communities in need. Since the beginning of our screening program in September 2018, 253 people in rural Kentucky communities have received a blood test report and risk counseling. Subscribe today to be alerted if we will be hosting a screening near you!
HEART HEALTH QUIZ: Please Choose One Answer Below
What LDL-cholesterol level is considered to be optimal for heart health?
With #GivingTuesday less than 2 weeks away, donate to the Foundation of the NLA to help the development of resources & education for patients & their families managing lipid-related health problems.
Make a difference & donate today! http://learnyourlipids.com/donate
Did you know half of all people living with #diabetes are undiagnosed, and most have #type2diabetes? Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent long-term health complications. #WorldDiabetesDay
Our #RaceToSaveMoreHearts is underway! We've raised over $30,000, but we still have a long way to go to hit our $250,000 goal. Help us get there by joining the race or donating today! #KnowFH #KnowLpa
Have questions about #cholesterol ? Tune into Channel 110 Sirius XM's Doctor Radio tomorrow Wednesday October 19th at 7 AM I will be discussing lipids, cholesterol, triglycerides with host Dr. Fred Freit. #knowfh @NYUCVDPrevent @nationallipid @foundationofnla @BHLipidclinic
Do you #KnowFH? Download the Familial Hypercholesterolemia (FH) resource from @HeartNurses to learn more and help others recognize FH when they see it. Now available in other languages!
Download and share:
https://familyheart.org/pcna-fh-fact-sheet/
Today is #WorldHeartDay❤️ let’s #UseHeart to beat cardiovascular disease. Did you know that not all heart problems come with clear warning signs? Some heart symptoms don’t even happen in your chest, and it’s not always easy to tell what’s going on. #heartdisease #hearthealth
Seven out of ten people born today with familial hypercholesterolemia are undiagnosed. Yet, with early diagnosis and treatment, individuals diagnosed with FH can reduce their risk for heart disease by 70%. #KnowFH
#learnyourlipids @TheFHFoundation @nationallipid
Learn more and #KnowFH. Get more information and resources at including symptoms, treatment options, and downloadable tear sheets. #learnyourlipids
Learn Your Lipids: Foundation of the NLA : LearnYourLipids
WHAT WE DO Awareness, Education, Advocacy + Equality The Foundation of the National Lipid Association is a 501(c)(3)...
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Do you #KnowFH? Join the @TheFHFoundation for their FH Awareness Day Tweet-a-thon today at 12pm ET to learn more and help other families discover the hidden cause of hereditary heart disease and stroke.
Today is FH Awareness Day – established in 2012 by the @TheFHFoundation to raise awareness of FH worldwide. You can learn more about this genetic condition at http://ow.ly/3RHU50KQoFa #KnowFH #learnyourlipids
Tomorrow is Family Health & Fitness Day! 🏃 How is your family going to celebrate? Celebrating can be as simple as taking a walk, going for a bike ride and cooking healthy family meals. #familywellness #healthyhabits
September is #NationalCholesterolEducationMonth. Making lifestyle changes can help keep your blood cholesterol in a healthy range. Start by exercising regularly, avoiding foods high in saturated fat, and taking medicines as directed.
If you take cholesterol-lowering medications it’s important to stick to the script. Talk to a #lipidspecialist to find the management plan that works best for you. #CholesterolEducationMonth @nationallipid
Learn more about cholesterol-lowering medications👉
Lipid-Lowering Medications : LearnYourLipids
Why may I need to take medications that lower my blood lipids? The short answer is that even after changing yo...
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Welcome to National Cholesterol Education Month! The NLA and the Foundation of the NLA look forward to an exciting month showcasing members & leaders on social media practicing what they preach: participating in staying active and having healthy eating habits!
Learn more about statin intolerance from @nationallipid
Be sure to join the Foundation of the NLA to stay current on complimentary resources for improving the welfare of patients and families affected by cholesterol and triglyceride problems http://www.learnyourlipids.com #learnyourlipids
This #MensHealthWeek, remind your male loved ones to keep themselves in good health by making all their appointments with their healthcare providers! #MHM2022
📣 Calling all patients! Join the Foundation today to #LearnYourLipids. You are encouraged to join the Foundation for free to access all the latest info from the experts on rare lipid disorders.
http://learnyourlipids.com
FNLA is celebrating #WorldHealthDay2022 today by raising awareness of actions needed to keep both humans and our planet healthy. 🌎 🩺
Happy National Doctors’ Day! 👨⚕ Today we honor physicians for their contributions to the well-being of others and the many sacrifices they make for the patient community. ⚕️ Thank You for all you do! #NationalDoctorsDay #medicine #ThankYouDoctors
Today is National Triglycerides Day! 🩸 If you don’t know your triglyceride level, talk to your doctor to get a full lipid report, sometimes referred to as a “Lipid Panel”. Learn more ▶️ http://ow.ly/WBmr50DN6lr
#TGDay2021 #RethinkCVRisk #ThinkTriglycerides
March 24th is Lipoprotein(a) Awareness Day. Join us in raising awareness all month long! 💕
#KnowLpa #LpaAwarenessDay
Are you ready to join our amazing panelists for our first-ever #LpaAwarenessDay Tweet-a-Thon? Join us tomorrow and follow #KnowLpa to participate.
#cardiotwitter
@ASPCardio @nationallipid @Accintouch @AmericanHeart @HeartNurses @abcardio1
Today is #LpaAwarenessDay. Take time to learn about high Lp(a) as an under-recognized cause of premature heart disease and stroke. #KnowLpa #Knowtherisks
Get more info at http://learnyourlipids.com
It's Diabetes Alert Day! 💉 Did you know that 88 million Americans have prediabetes? Take the American Diabetes Association's Diabetes Risk Test to see if you are at risk for type 2: http://www.diabetes.org/risktest
#diabetesawareness #diabetesalertday
It's National Nutrition Month! 🥗 Make heart-healthy nutrition a priority for your family. Try one of our low-fat recipes created by registered nutrition experts for patients with lipid disorders. 📚 The digital cookbook and recipe cards are available at http://ow.ly/5Vru50DUdEf.
We support #rarediseaseday
Learn more about rare lipid disorders at http://learnyourlipids.com
The Foundaton of the National Lipid Association seeks to improve the welfare of patients and families affected by cholesterol and triglyceride problems. Visit with us today to #learnyourlipids.
Statins: Who, What, When, Where, and Why? Lessons Learned from Each Other https://www.learnyourlipids.com/heart-healthy-resources/video-education-lab/
#learnyourlipids #lipidspecialist
Have you been diagnosed with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease? Statins have been shown to reduce risk of future ASCVD events in people who have been diagnosed with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. #learnyourlipids #lipidspecialist
Would you benefit from taking a statin? Statins are safe & often the first line of defense along with heart heathly eating and exercise to lower risk of heart disease and stroke by lowering low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol. Talk to your #lipidspecialist #learnyourlipids
Nutrition and a health lifestyle are the cornerstones of heart-heathly living. Learn about the Important Role of Nutrition in Heart Health today. #learnyourlipids #lipidspecialist
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Finding a #lipidspecialist near you is easy with the Foundation of the NLA’s Find a Clinician tool. #learnyourlipids
Visit: http://ow.ly/6eKH50HMPrj
LAL-D is a non-curable but treatable, inherited disorder that increases the level of fat in the blood. LAL-D can cause liver/other organ damage & leads to accumulation of cholesterol in the liver and an increase in the bloodstream. Visit http://ow.ly/byhj50HMQ3I. #learnyourlipids
Today is National Wear Red Day! The Foundation of the National Lipid Association staff is proud to support women's heart health. ❤️ #WearRedDay and #GoRed
Taking care of your heart can be as simple as the ABCS. Talk with your health care team about Aspirin, Blood pressure control, Cholesterol management, and Smoking cessation. #HeartMonth
LAL-D is an inherited lipid disorder causing individuals to lack an enzyme to properly digest fat and cholesterol in the liver leading to accumulation in the liver. Learn more👉http://ow.ly/2hrx50HJxby. #learnyourlipids #lipidspecialist
Patients & caregivers can #LearnYourLipids by visiting our Video Education Lab to view the Beyond the Numbers Series collab between @MendedHearts @nationallipid & Foundation of the National Lipid Association. http://ow.ly/hhJS50Hyhs7
#learnyourlipids #cholesterol #lipidspecialist
Today, we celebrate the hard work, skill, and dedication of IV Nurses everywhere. Thank you for your commitment to patient care. #IVNursesDay #CommittedtoCare
Are you 1 of the approximately 29 million Americans w/ total cholesterol numbers of 240 mg/dL? Talk to your #lipidspecialist about lifestyle changes such as exercise, stress mngmt, healthy eating, weight mngmt & meds to lower your risk of heart attack and stroke. #learnyourlipids
A Lipid Specialist is a healthcare provider specializing in lipid disorders. Find one near you with our Find a Clinician feature at http://ow.ly/Y34l50HygV8. #learnyourlipids #lipidspecialist
A lipid panel can help you understand your risk of developing heart disease. Adults over 20 should measure their lipids at least once every 5 years. Children should be screened between 9-11 & 17-20. Understand your lipid panel at http://ow.ly/Ru7e50HuMsT. #learnyourlipids
The Foundation of the National Lipid Association is honored to celebrate the profound life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. today. 🇺🇸
Have you been diagnosed with or think you may have a lipid disorder? The Foundation of the National Lipid Association can help you #LearnYourLipids. Visit http://learnyourlipids.com
Did you know the month of January is usually a period of critical blood shortages? Blood donation can save about 12,000 lives a day. January is National Blood Donor Month, and we encourage you to give blood and raise awareness on the importance of blood donation. 💉 #NBDM
The Foundation of the NLA sends you warm wishes for a bright and prosperous New Year! 🍾🎆 #NewYear #2022
FDA approves Novartis Leqvio® (inclisiran), first-in-class siRNA to lower cholesterol and keep it low with two doses a year
FDA approves Novartis Leqvio® (inclisiran), first-in-class siRNA to lower cholesterol and keep it low with two doses a year
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Season's greetings from the Foundation of the NLA! Wishing you and loved ones a wonderful holiday season! ❄️⛄🎁 #happyholidays #seasonsgreetings
This #GivingTuesday 👐 support the Foundation of the NLA to help provide resources and screening events for those at risk for heart disease due to high cholesterol.
Make your donation here 👉 http://ow.ly/soR930mKLJK
November is American Diabetes Month a time to bring awareness and create a sense of urgency about this growing public health crisis because together, we can conquer this disease. To learn more visit http://diabetes.org
Half of all people living with #diabetes are undiagnosed and most have #type2diabetes. Early diagnosis and treatment is crucial to prevent long-term health complications. #WorldDiabetesDay
November is National Family Caregivers Month. Did you know families are the primary source of support for older adults and people with disabilities in the U.S.? Let’s celebrate, recognize and honor the contributions of caregivers across the country. #CaregiverAnd #NFCMonth
Today is Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome Awareness Day (FCS). Did you know people with FCS need to follow a restricted low-fat diet? 👨🍳 For a FCS-friendly digital cookbook, visit: http://LearnYourLipids.com #fcsawarenessday #LivingwithFCS
Not all heart problems come with clear warning signs. Some heart symptoms don’t even happen in your chest, and it’s not always easy to tell what’s going on. In recognition of World Heart Day ❤️v#UseHeart to beat cardiovascular disease. #heartdisease #hearthealth #worldheartday
We’re celebrating Family Health & Fitness Day! 🏃♀ How does your family stay healthy? Here are some tips: Take a walk, cook a healthy meal, create your own exercise routine and play outside at a safe distance from others. More tips ▶️ http://ow.ly/13zD50A67g2 #familywellness
Today is FH Awareness Day, established to raise awareness of familial hypercholesterolemia worldwide. FH is a life-threatening genetic condition that causes premature heart disease. Help save generations of families from heart disease. More Information 👉 http://ow.ly/tRn750By7RD
High cholesterol typically has no signs or symptoms but can lead to heart attack and stroke. That’s why it’s important to have your cholesterol checked by your health care team. All it takes is a simple blood test. Learn more: http://www.learnyourlipids.com/heart-healthy-resources/lipid-panels
The Foundation of the National Lipid Association wishes you a safe and happy Labor Day. 👩⚕️ 🩺 👨⚕️
During National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) we highlight the importance of vaccinations for people of all ages and why vaccines are important to prevent serious, sometimes deadly, diseases. 💉 Learn more: http://ow.ly/pIRO50AG8jZ
#niam2021 #ivax2protect #vaccinessavelives
Today is Father's Day! 🙋♂ We celebrate the contribution, love, and dedication that fathers, and father figures make for their children's lives. #happyfathersday #fathersday2021 #celebratedad
Did you know that men younger than 60 years old are more likely than women of the same age to have high blood pressure? 👉 Learn more here about managing your blood pressure & encourage the men in your life to do the same! http://ow.ly/eyAM50F8umW #MensHealthMonth #MHM2021
Today is World Hypertension Day! What is hypertension? Each time your heart beats, 💗 it creates a force which allows blood to circulate throughout your body. 👉 To learn more about hypertension symptoms and causes visit .
Thank you for participating in our poll for High Blood Pressure (BP) Education Month!🫀You want your BP below 130/80 mm Hg. Remember to prioritize your heart by leading a healthy lifestyle and discussing your BP reading with your doctor if it is high. 👩⚕️
It's National Women’s Health Week. 🙋 This week serves as a reminder for women to make their health a priority and build positive health habits for life. 👉 To learn more visit http://www.womenshealth.gov/nwhw. #NWHW #FindYourHealth
What blood pressure reading is considered as the starting level to define high blood pressure or hypertension?
🩸 May is National High Blood Pressure Education Month to raise awareness, prevent and control high blood pressure. You can maintain a healthy blood pressure by making lifestyle changes like eating healthy, quit smoking, and exercising. 🏃♂ Visit http://ow.ly/eZhI50ExPxa.
May is National Stroke Awareness Month 🧠 Stroke is a leading cause of death and can happen to anyone. 👉 For more information visit our list of Frequently Asked Questions at http://ow.ly/cypr50EEOlh. #learnyourlipids #strokeawareness #strokeprevention
NEW blog post at http://LearnYourLipids.com on why your doctor may want to know your coronary artery calcium score → a test result from a specialized CT scan of the heart. https://www.learnyourlipids.com/cacscoring/
#powerofzero #cacscore #heartdisease #heartattackprevention
This World Health Day we are proud to support the WHO’s mission to build a fairer, healthier world for everyone. 🩺 Did you know that up to 60% of people living in some countries of the Western Pacific lack coverage with essential health services? http://ow.ly/Iyb150Eh2RE.
Happy National Triglycerides Day! 🩸 If you don’t know your triglyceride level, talk to your doctor to get a full lipid report, sometimes referred to as a “Lipid Panel”. 👉 To learn more visit
http://ow.ly/WBmr50DN6lr #TGDay2021 #RethinkCVRisk #ThinkTriglycerides
It's Diabetes Alert Day! 💉 Did you know that 88 million Americans have prediabetes? Take the American Diabetes Association's Diabetes Risk Test to see if you are at risk for type 2: http://www.diabetes.org/risk-test #diabetesawareness #diabetesalertday #preventivemedicine
During National Nutrition Month, try out one of our FIFTY very-low-fat recipes created by registered nutrition experts for patients with lipid disorders. 📖 The digital cookbook and downloadable recipe cards are available for free at http://ow.ly/5Vru50DUdEf.
It's National Nutrition Month! 🥗 Make heart-healthy nutrition a priority for you and your family. Find a registered dietitian specializing in lipid management at http://ow.ly/4qm850DUdor.
La lipoproteína (a), conocida como "Lp (a)", es un tipo de colesterol "malo" que se encuentra en nuestra sangre. Un nivel alto de Lp (a) puede significar un mayor riesgo de ataque cardíaco o accidente cerebrovascular. Obtenga más información aquí ➡️ http://ow.ly/xC0m50DJZcC
Un "panel de lípidos" es una medida de la grasa en su sangre. Los niños deben ser evaluados entre los 9 y 11 años. Conozca lo que significan los números en su panel de lípidos visitando nuestro nuevo sitio web haciendo click en "Descargar en Español" 👉 http://ow.ly/3GUK50DH13N.
¿Alguna vez ha experimentado complicaciones en el embarazo o le han diagnosticado síndrome de ovario poliquístico, menopausia prematura o insuficiencia ovárica? Obtenga más información sobre cómo reducir su riesgo de enfermedad cardíaca aquí 👉 http://ow.ly/MEVh50DJZ0G
¿Compra sus alimentos en tiendas económicas como Dollar General? Consulte nuestra lista de compras de alimentos económicos y saludables para el corazón que puede incluir en su dieta. ➡️ Para obtener más información visite http://ow.ly/P3WN50DJYiP
Today is the start of National Nutrition Month! We partnered with two credentialed dietitians who looked at food choices you can find in Dollar General stores to make a list of heart-healthy and affordable food that you can include in your diet. 👉 http://ow.ly/QKz650DMHFq.
We stand with @livingwithfcs in their efforts to see that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration therapy review process is improved to better reflect the unique needs of the rare and ultra-rare disease communities. ➡️ http://www.learnyourlipids.com/support-for-the-heart-act/
The Foundation supports all patients with rare lipid disorders on Rare Disease Day 2021! Learn more about rare lipid disorders, including Cerebrotendinous xanthomatosis, Familial Chylomicronemia, Lipase Deficiency, Sitosterolemia and more 👉 visit http://www.LearnYourLipids.com.
Aunque su cuerpo necesita algunos triglicéridos, demasiados pueden provocar enfermedades cardíacas, derrames cerebrales o dolor abdominal intenso debido a la irritación del páncreas. Obtenga más información con nuestra nueva infografía descargable aquí http://ow.ly/f6Bf50DJXRq
There are ~29 million Americans with total cholesterol levels over 240 mg/dL, which increases their risk for heart disease. Are you one of them? 👇 Download our FAQ guide with answers to your questions about managing lipids to reduce cardiovascular risk.
Today is National Wear Red Day! ❤️ At the Foundation of the National Lipid Association we support women's heart health. #WearRedDay and #GoRed
Take care of your heart during American Heart Month! ❤️ Remember that heart disease is preventable in some with healthy choices, which include not smoking, maintaining a healthy weight and getting at least 150 minutes of physical activity a week. #hearthealth #stayhealthy
Thank you 🌸 to all who donated, volunteered their time and expertise, and supported our cause in 2020.
Today we celebrate the nation’s IV nurse professionals 👩⚕ who dedicate their lives to providing apheresis patients with the best care. 💉 #IVNurseDay #thankyounurses
“Of all the forms of inequality, injustice in health is the most shocking and inhuman.” #MLKDay
The Foundation of the NLA sends you warm wishes for a bright and prosperous New Year! 🎉🍾 #NewYear #2020
Season's greetings from the Foundation of the NLA! Wishing you and loved ones a wonderful holiday season! ❄️☃️ #seasonsgreetings #happyholidays
On behalf of the patients (current and future) we serve, thank you to all who participated in our virtual auction and supported the Foundation of the NLA this weekend! Over the course of 4 days we beat our goal and raised $14,142 in winning bids and donations.
Have you browsed our auction inventory yet? We are over 60% of the way to our $10,000 fundraising goal. You have until 8:00pm Central TONIGHT to bid on our exclusive items and help us get there!
We are over 40% of the way to our $10,000 year-end fundraising goal! 👏 Have you browsed our auction inventory yet? You have until 8:00pm CST on Sun, Dec 13 to bid on your favorite items! ✅ 100% of the profits will benefit our patient education in 2021. http://www.32auctions.com/FoundationoftheNL
This #GivingTuesday 👐 support our efforts to provide nutrition counseling assistance & health screenings to low-income families suffering from lipid disorders. Make your donation here 👉 http://ow.ly/soR930mKLJK & tag the @foundationofnla in a post letting us know why you give!
We are focused on providing education and resources to help patients and their families manage and overcome lipid-related health problems. 👍 Support the Foundation of NLA this #GivingTuesday to help us reach our year-end fundraising goal of $10,000.
November is American Diabetes Month 🩸 a time to create a sense of urgency around this growing public health crisis. 👉 To learn more about understanding your risk for diabetes and measuring your hemoglobin A1c visit http://ow.ly/V1TF50Cj6AQ. #KnowYourA1c #adm2020 @AmDiabetesAssn
The Foundation of the NLA is excited to announce our first-ever virtual auction on Dec. 10 -13! We have 11 items ranging from an autographed guitar 🎸 to virtual wine tastings up for auction.100% of the profits will support the Foundation! Go to 👉 http://www.32auctions.com/FoundationoftheNLA
November is National Family Caregivers Month, it is a time to celebrate, recognize and honor the contributions of caregivers across the country. 👉 To find more information and resources visit http://ow.ly/UACv50Cj6ow. #caregiversupport #familycaregiver #healthtips
The Foundation of the National Lipid Association celebrates World Diabetes Day 🩸 To learn more about understanding your risk for diabetes and measuring your hemoglobin A1c visit http://ow.ly/l8Rx50CdOLI #diabetesprevention #KnowDiabetesByHeart #KnowYourA1c
We joined our colleagues from @MendedHearts, @ABCardio1 to discuss trends in cardiovascular care in the US. Check out a new article in the @nytimes addressing the need for diverse communities to lead a legacy of fewer lives lost to heart disease. 👉 http://ow.ly/zbKf50Ci5ZS
The Foundation of the National Lipid Association celebrates the National Nurse Practitioner Week, 👩⚕️ recognizing the nurse practitioner (NP) as the health care team member on the front lines around the world. We thank you! Visit http://ow.ly/rpF450C5s3H #NPWeek #thankyounurses
Partners
The Foundation of the NLA is proud to partner with like-minded organizations to elevate our collective work and reach more patients, caregivers, and consumers seeking education about their health and cardiovascular risk.
