Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association

News & Updates

  • Press Release: UW Medicine Recognized as an HCM COE

    Press Release: UW Medicine Recognized as an HCM COE

    The Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association Welcomes Our Newest Recognized Center of Excellence – UW Medicine Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Clinic March 21, 2025 We are proud to announce that…

  • Arrhythmia Is the HCMA Topic for March

    Arrhythmia Is the HCMA Topic for March

    Some arrhythmias are harmless, while others are serious and need treatment. by Sabrina Cuddy An arrhythmia is a problem with the rate or rhythm of your…

  • Camzyos Is Safe

    Camzyos Is Safe

    REMS works to find, stop, heart failure The new drug Camzyos (mavacamten) has been nothing less than life changing for some patients who have HCM with…

  • COVID-19 Vaccine with HCM?

    COVID-19 Vaccine with HCM?

    HCM experts recommend vaccination Getting vaccinated (or not) for any disease is a decision that each of us has to make. Ideally, it should be based…

  • Press Release: Johns Hopkins Recognized as an HCM COE

    Press Release: Johns Hopkins Recognized as an HCM COE

    The Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association Welcomes Our Newest Recognized Center of Excellence – Johns Hopkins HCM Center February 28, 2025 1.3 million Americans suffer from hypertrophic cardiomyopathy…

  • Press Release: Wellstar Recognized as an HCM COE

    Press Release: Wellstar Recognized as an HCM COE

    The Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association Welcomes Our Newest Recognized Center of Excellence – Wellstar Center for Cardiovascular Care February 21, 2025 1.3 million Americans—suffer from hypertrophic cardiomyopathy…

  • Press Release: Virginia Mason Recognized as an HCM COE

    Press Release: Virginia Mason Recognized as an HCM COE

    Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Recognized by the HCMA for National Cardiovascular Care Excellence January 31, 2025 Virginia Mason Franciscan Health’s (VMFH) the Center for Cardiovascular Health’s…

  • Setting Your HCM Health Plan for the Year

    Setting Your HCM Health Plan for the Year

    You must advocate for yourself to get the best care for your HCM. The first step is to have a plan that includes the tests you…

  • The HCMA Theme for December Is Gratitude

    Why practice gratitude? Gratitude has benefits for both mental and physical health as well as our relationships with those around us. When we’re thankful for anything…

  • Holiday Weight Management

    At the HCMA, November is when we’re thinking about weight management. We all know that winter months and holiday foods can lead to potential weight gain,…

  • It’s Emotional Wellness October!

    Treating the whole person is essential because your mind, emotional state, and physical symptoms interact. One example is that you can increase an arrhythmia by becoming…

  • Septal Reduction September

    If you have been experiencing symptoms of obstruction, such as shortness of breath, exercise intolerance, light-headedness, or fainting, despite using medications, it might be time to…