Good morning, Aortic Hope community, my name is Jared and today we will be talking about the Fall Vaccine Game Plan! As fall begins, many of us start thinking about cooler weather, changing leaves, family gatherings, and the start of cold and flu season. For people living with aortic disease, survivors of aortic surgery or dissection, caregivers, and family members, fall is also a great time to talk with your healthcare team about a seasonal vaccine game plan. Vaccines may no

Happy Aortic Disease Awareness Month, Aortic Hope community! It’s Topic Tuesday, and today’s topic is Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, often shortened to TAA. When people hear the word “aneurysm,” it can feel frightening. Many imagine something sudden, unpredictable, or immediately life-threatening. While thoracic aortic aneurysms are serious and deserve careful attention, learning what they are - and how they are monitored and treated - can help replace fear with understanding. Wha

Primary Care Physicians: The Front Line of Aortic Disease Care When it comes to aortic disease, many people think first of cardiologists, vascular surgeons, or cardiac surgeons. However, one of the most important members of the healthcare team is often the person you see for annual checkups, routine care, and everyday health concerns: your Primary Care Physician (PCP). Primary Care Physicians are often the first healthcare professionals in a position to recognize risk factors