Foundation Update

The Foundation of the National Lipid Association (NLA) is constantly searching for new ways to reach members and educate the public about cholesterol disorders. And we’re always encouraged by the support we receive.

This year we are excited to welcome a new member to the Foundation Board of Directors. Wenter Blair, an FH patient and a wonderful patient advocate, has agreed to serve on our board. Wenter recently shared with us her own personal FH story. As a healthy and active 40-year-old, Wenter had a heart attack. After being treated, she was diagnosed with familial hypercholesterolemia (FH). And when genetic tests were done, they discovered her son also had the condition.

Wenter is very active in the patient community and has made tremendous strides all on her own in raising awareness about FH. We are pleased to have her unique perspective and creative energy on our Board.

In addition to relevant health campaigns, the Foundation hosts events at every meeting to raise money and awareness for its cause.

The Foundation’s most recent fundraising event at the 2014 Annual Scientific Sessions was hugely successful — and tons of fun. More than 70 people gathered on Saturday, May 3, to enjoy an evening of dinner, dancing, and games with friends and colleagues. The evening featured a delicious buffet, giant Jenga and Connect Four, trivia, a photo booth, and dancing to music of the 70s, 80s, and 90s. It was truly an evening to remember, and we thank all of you who were able to attend.

Our next fundraising event is taking place at the Fall Clinical Lipid Update (CLU) in Indianapolis on Saturday, Aug. 23 from 7 p .m. to 9 p.m. This event will feature a one-of-a-kind wine tasting experience at Tastings, located just a short walk from the hotel. Tastings has more than 100 wines, and has been voted Indianapolis’s Best Wine Bar four consecutive years.

These fundraising events are not just a great way to network and get to know fellow NLA members, but they go a long way towards helping to build educational awareness and public backing for lipidology.

We are also looking forward to launching a new campaign for Cholesterol Education Awareness Month this September. Our campaign will focus on education about triglycerides, what they are and the impact they can have on health.

We thank you for your continued support and look forward to seeing you at future Foundation events.