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The Heart Foundation

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The Heart Foundation

January 22, 2020

Description

The Heart Foundation was founded by Lindsey and Ashton, the daughters of Steven S. Cohen, whose father was killed by heart disease at the young age of 35. These two sisters made it their life’s mission to raise awareness on the dangers of heart disease at a young age and finding preventative treatment for it.

 

Overview

The ‘About Heart Disease’ tab explains what is heart disease and the scope and impact of the nonprofit. It also offers suggestions for reducing your risk and links to resources. P.K. Shahh, MD is the head of the P.K. Shah Laboratory at Cedars-Sinai Smidt Heart Institute. His lab and work is dedicated to making great advancements in treating heart disease.

Events

The nonprofit is supported by events that help raise money and awareness for The heart Foundation. These include:

  • 2018 SoulCycle Charity Ride Benefitting The Heart Foundation
  • 2017 Galpin Motors Golf Classic benefiting The Heart Foundation
  • An Evening Honoring Mike Meidman
  • Dedication of the Steven S. Cohen Endowed Fellowship in Atherosclerosis Research
  • A Musical Evening with Michael Bublé and Comedy by Dana Carvey
  • 2008 Gala Honoring Berry Gordy
  • 25 Hours of Thunderhill Car Race
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