How One Drugmaker Reaches out to Communities at Greater Risk for Rare Heart Condition

Transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy, or ATTR-CM, is a progressive and potentially fatal heart disease. It is often overlooked because physicians tend to consider more common causes of heart failure. Black, African American, and Afro-Caribbean communities are at the greatest risk for the genetic condition, but also face greater barriers to accessing care. We spoke to Pfizer Vice President and North America Medical Lead Younos Abdulsattar and Pfizer Chief Medical Officer of Rare Disease Sonal Bhatia, about ATTR-CM; its disproportionate impact on the Black, African American, and Afro-Caribbean communities; and steps Pfizer is taking to work with community organizations to raise awareness and improve care for people with the condition.