Local author Casey Walsh increases heart health awareness and genetic disorders

February is The Health’s Health MoonA time dedicated to increasing the degree of awareness regarding cardiovascular health and risks associated with heart disease. For the local author and the lawyer Casey WalshThis mission is deeply personal. Walsh, whose memory Full Catastrophe: Everything I Ever Want It is established for release in February 2025, spent years shedding light on family hypercholesterolemia (FH) and high lipoprotein (A) (LP (A)), two genetic conditions that significantly increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes .

As a member of the Board of Directors and Ambassador for Family Heart Foundation, Walsh has transformed his own experiences into Advocacy, pushing greater awareness and early diagnosis. FH, a condition that leads to highly high cholesterol from birth, affects 1 in 250 people – however, 80% of those with FH remain undiagnosed. Similarly, LP (A) is an inherited lipid disorder that has an impact on 1 to 5 people, but is rarely tested in routine cholesterol projections.

Walsh’s journey with heart disease began with a personal tragedy, suffering the consequences of undiagnosed genetic conditions for the first time. Since then, she has been dedicated to the education of others about the importance of knowing the history of their family, requesting the essential blood tests and pleading for early intervention.

“Many people do not realize that heart diseases are not just about diet and exercise – it can be genetic,” explains Walsh. “A simple blood test can reveal life rescue information, but most doctors do not usually check FH or LP (A). That has to change. “

In addition to her activity as an advocacy, Walsh shares her story in a patient’s perspective blog, helping others to browse inherited cardiac conditions. It encourages those with a family history of heart disease to be tested and to seek appropriate medical care before experiencing an event that can endanger life.

With new treatments for LP (A) on the horizon, Walsh remains hopeful about the future of preventing heart disease. Until then, she urges individuals to take proactive steps by learning risk factors, remaining informed and making healthy life choices.

Visit Family Foundation For more information on family hypercholesterolemia, LP (A) and prevention of heart disease.