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Presenters: Tabitha Moe, MD With improved medical care, adults with congenital heart disease (CHD) are living longer. This is great, yet brings with it increased chances of developing other cardiovascular diseases, as well as other diseases common in the elderly. Do you know what some of these health conditions are? Are you susceptible to getting them? Do you know what you can do to lessen your chances of developing them? As you age, your care warrants close communication between your ACHD cardiologist and your primary care provider. Register for this webinar today. Dr. Tabitha Moe, noted ACHD cardiologist, will discuss how to take care of your heart as you age. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Medical providers, click here for a flyer to use at your ACHD program! This webinar is made possible in part by sponsorship support provided by Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.

Join Aliza Marlin for a 30-minute break in the middle of your day for classic yoga poses leading to deep stretching, mindful breathing and an opportunity to "bliss out." No prior yoga experience necessary. All are welcome! Aliza was born with aortic stenosis and had her last surgery 5 years ago. She is an active yogi and yoga teacher firmly believing that yoga builds resilience in every way. We are happy to offer our Monday Motivation sessions at no cost, but we hope you will consider making a donation to ACHA. Our suggested donation amount is $5. You will have the option to add a donation in the registration form located here.

Join Aliza Marlin for a 30-minute break in the middle of your day for classic yoga poses leading to deep stretching, mindful breathing and an opportunity to "bliss out." No prior yoga experience necessary. All are welcome! Aliza was born with aortic stenosis and had her last surgery 5 years ago. She is an active yogi and yoga teacher firmly believing that yoga builds resilience in every way. We are happy to offer our Monday Motivation sessions at no cost, but we hope you will consider making a donation to ACHA. Our suggested donation amount is $5. You will have the option to add a donation in the registration form located here.

Join Aliza Marlin for a 30-minute break in the middle of your day for classic yoga poses leading to deep stretching, mindful breathing and an opportunity to "bliss out." No prior yoga experience necessary. All are welcome! Aliza was born with aortic stenosis and had her last surgery 5 years ago. She is an active yogi and yoga teacher firmly believing that yoga builds resilience in every way. We are happy to offer our Monday Motivation sessions at no cost, but we hope you will consider making a donation to ACHA. Our suggested donation amount is $5. You will have the option to add a donation in the registration form located here.

Join Aliza Marlin for a 30-minute break in the middle of your day for classic yoga poses leading to deep stretching, mindful breathing and an opportunity to "bliss out." No prior yoga experience necessary. All are welcome! Aliza was born with aortic stenosis and had her last surgery 5 years ago. She is an active yogi and yoga teacher firmly believing that yoga builds resilience in every way. We are happy to offer our Monday Motivation sessions at no cost, but we hope you will consider making a donation to ACHA. Our suggested donation amount is $5. You will have the option to add a donation in the registration form located here.

Presenters: Paul Stelzer, MD, Ismail El-Hamamsy, MD, PhD, and Ali Zaidi, MD Are you an adult diagnosed with bicuspid aortic valve (BAV)? Did you know that 1% to 2% of the population has BAV? If you want to learn more, you should register for this webinar. Drs. Paul Stelzer, Ismail El-Hamamsy and Ali Zaidi from Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City will explain the basics of BAV. They will also talk about available valve replacement options. In addition, the durability of each option will be discussed, as well as how each option impacts quality of life. This information will help you make thoughtful, informed decisions on which valve is best for you today and for years to come CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Medical providers, click here for a flyer to use at your ACHD program! This webinar is made possible in part by sponsorship support provided by CryoLife, Inc.

Presenters: Seiji Ito, MD, and Marguerite Wevers, RN Have you ever wondered about the different types of tests that your ACHD cardiologist has ordered for you, such as cardiac MRI, cardiac CAT scan, echo, and stress tests? Why does he/she order specific tests and not others? What is it like going through all this testing? This webinar will help prepare you for what to expect. It will also help you understand why your doctor might order multiple tests. You don’t want to miss the chance to learn from ACHD cardiologist Dr. Seiji Ito, MD, and Clinical Program Coordinator Marguerite Wevers, RN. Register today to learn more. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Medical providers, click here for a flyer to use at your ACHD program! This webinar is made possible in part by sponsorship support provided by Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.

Presenters: Arwa Saidi, MB, BCh, MEd, Jonathan Cramer, MD, Marc Cribbs, MD, Camille Richards, MSN, FNP-BC, and Ryan Stephens, DNP(c), FNP-C, MBA Telemedicine is the wave of the future. It makes it possible for your healthcare provider to evaluate, diagnose, and treat you wherever you are using remote technologies, like audio and video. Telehealth includes the aspects of telemedicine, but at the same time, has a broader definition. You might be thinking, especially during this unexpected time of uncertainty, “What does all this mean for me? Will I ever see my healthcare provider in person again? How will he/she examine me? How will I get my blood work or other test done? Do I need special equipment for a telemedicine visit? What about payment and insurance?” These are only a few of the many questions that will be answered by a panel of ACHD specialists on this webinar. You don’t want to miss this. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Medical providers, click here for a flyer to use at your ACHD program! This webinar is made possible in part by sponsorship support provided by Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.

In accordance with the CDC's guidelines and in an effort to keep our community healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic, we have made the difficult, yet necessary decision to cancel all of ACHA’s Walk for 1 in 100 events through June 30. Each of the seven Spring Walk for 1 in 100 events have been converted to ACHA Your Way events. More details are coming soon. During this time, ACHA will remain steadfast in delivering on our mission of providing timely, accurate information of importance to the CHD community, including COVID-19 pandemic updates. Read the full update here. Register and start fundraising today by clicking here.

In accordance with the CDC's guidelines and in an effort to keep our community healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic, we have made the difficult, yet necessary decision to cancel all of ACHA’s Walk for 1 in 100 events through June 30. Each of the seven Spring Walk for 1 in 100 events have been converted to ACHA Your Way events. More details are coming soon. During this time, ACHA will remain steadfast in delivering on our mission of providing timely, accurate information of importance to the CHD community, including COVID-19 pandemic updates. Read the full update here. Register and start fundraising today by clicking here.

In accordance with the CDC's guidelines and in an effort to keep our community healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic, we have made the difficult, yet necessary decision to cancel all of ACHA’s Walk for 1 in 100 events through June 30. Each of the seven Spring Walk for 1 in 100 events have been converted to ACHA Your Way events. More details are coming soon. During this time, ACHA will remain steadfast in delivering on our mission of providing timely, accurate information of importance to the CHD community, including COVID-19 pandemic updates. Read the full update here. Register and start fundraising today by clicking here.

In accordance with the CDC's guidelines and in an effort to keep our community healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic, we have made the difficult, yet necessary decision to cancel all of ACHA’s Walk for 1 in 100 events through June 30. Each of the seven Spring Walk for 1 in 100 events have been converted to ACHA Your Way events. More details are coming soon. During this time, ACHA will remain steadfast in delivering on our mission of providing timely, accurate information of importance to the CHD community, including COVID-19 pandemic updates. Read the full update here. Register and start fundraising today by clicking here.

In response to the cancellation of events and widespread “safer at home” policies that have brought much disruption and uncertainty to our lives, ACHA is excited to present a Midweek Motivation Virtual Series made up of brief live presentations on Wednesdays from 1:00-1:30 p.m. EDT / 10:00-10:30 a.m. PDT throughout May. These sessions are meant to create a space for the CHD community to come together, take a break, learn tools for navigating the current situation and to connect with one another. Sessions will be led by members of your CHD community. Topic: Quarantine Baking Presenter: Emily Earhart Join Emily Earhart for a 30-minute break in your day to explore the fundamentals of baking in the time of quarantine: how to source ingredients, a few baking recipes and a resource guide. Emily is a former pastry chef who lives in a tiny house. She gets excited about eating delicious food as well as cooking and storing it in a space-efficient and economical manner. She was born with Shone’s complex and had her last OHS three years ago. We are happy to offer our Midweek Motivation series at no cost, but we hope you will consider making a donation to ACHA. Our suggested donation amount is $5. Register here.

In response to the cancellation of events and widespread “safer at home” policies that have brought much disruption and uncertainty to our lives, ACHA is excited to present a Midweek Motivation Virtual Series made up of brief live presentations on Wednesdays from 1:00-1:30 p.m. EDT / 10:00-10:30 a.m. PDT throughout May. These sessions are meant to create a space for the CHD community to come together, take a break, learn tools for navigating the current situation and to connect with one another. Sessions will be led by members of your CHD community. Topic: Dance Workout Presenter: Cassandra Schaefer Looking for some movement, exercise and a mental break while at home? Join Cassandra Schaefer for a 30-minute fun, energetic dance-fitness work-out that will get your heart pumping and your booty shaking! Cassandra is currently the Assistant Director of East Coast Dance Company in Sea Girt, New Jersey where she is an instructor and award-winning choreographer. Formerly a member of the New York Jets Flight Crew and Philadelphia Soul Dance team, Cassandra has performed on some of the biggest stages in the world. We are happy to offer our Midweek Motivation series at no cost, but we hope you will consider making a donation to ACHA. Our suggested donation amount is $5. Register here.

Join the Adult Congenital Heart Association for a family-friendly, celebratory kickoff party for San Diego’s Walk for 1 in 100 at San Diego Brewing Company, one of San Diego’s original breweries. There will be Golden Tee Golf, pinball machines, music and beer flights. Follow ACHA’s Walk for 1 in 100 Kickoff: San Diego event on Facebook for the latest updates. Register for this event here. For questions, please email eearhart@achaheart.org.