This year will be my 3rd year participating in the Heart Walk in memory of my brother, Richard Reiser. Rich passed away suddenly on February 8, 2021 of a heart attack. This year on February 5th he would have celebrated his 52nd birthday. I miss him every day and my heart breaks for his 3 children (Ellie, Abby & Mason) and his wife Sarah.
I consider myself to be a healthy individual however heart disease can be a genetic disorder. This being said, I have been diagnosed with coronary artery disease. I do not currently have any symptoms and would not have known about this without a check up from a cardiologist. I now have regular visits to my cardiologist, am on some preventative medication, exercise and watch my diet since I am at higher risk of suffering a heart attack. I hope by walking we can raise awareness to help others avoid such a tragic loss.
I walk because I know that with every step, I’m making a difference in someone’s life. And when combined with a million other Heart Walk Heroes across the nation, we have an even greater impact toward curing heart disease and stroke. Will you be a Heart Walk Hero with me?
If you chose to donate, your donation will fund groundbreaking research that literally keeps hearts beating and helps people have longer, healthier lives.
