Annie Nelson Founder of the American Soldier Network gives us the insights on how the government can do better for our veterans as it relates to better heart health and testing at the GUARDaHEART Foundation Unmasked Heart Disease featuring DIABETESpredict in Newport Beach.
The event at a private residence overlooking Newport Beach and Balboa Island was a special night dedicated to raising awareness of the diabetic health crisis with the goal to save lives.
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On Saturday, June 19, in Newport Beach, CA, GUARDaHEART Foundation Hosted a successful charity event: Unmasked Heart Disease Featuring DIABETESpredict™ where guests such as celebrities, musicians, actors, doctors, and other guests supported the charity’s goal in raising awareness of the diabetic health crisis and heart disease.
GUARDaHEART Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to fighting heart disease with the mission: “LEARN. DETECT. PREVENT.” GUARDaHEART works with strategic partners, healthcare providers, and other non-profit organizations to promote awareness through education and risk detection tools, to ultimately empower preventative action and reduce the risk of heart disease worldwide.
GUARDaHEART Foundation hosted the charity event in partnership with the Predictive Health Diagnostics Company (PHDC), a leading diagnostics company that specializes in medical tests that detect high-risk disease with tests such as DIABETESpredict and PULS Cardiac Test.
Douglas S. Harrington, MD, Chairman of the GUARDaHEART Foundation spoke about the benefits of DIABETESpredict and PULS Cardiac Test. Guests were able to take these tests at the event performed by a licensed phlebotomist. Real Housewives of Orange County Braunwyn Windham-Burke and girlfriend Fernanda Rocha attended and supported the event and opted to take the DIABETESpredict and PULS Cardiac Test along with other guests.
Nimi Adokiye, Actress that appeared on the hit show “Bob Hearts Abishola,” and her husband Danny Eley announced Nimi’s pregnancy while coming to support the charity event. Kayla Tabish and Nick Liam of Netflix “Cat People” graced the red carpet with Maverick the surfing cat.
Dr. Douglas S. Harrington is also a Fellow of the American Society of Preventive Cardiology and the American Society of Clinical Pathology, who helped bring DIABETESpredict into clinical use. He says that the tests are important for both individuals and the community at large.
“We are excited to share DIABETESpredict with the community. Our mission is to greatly reduce heart disease and other illnesses through methods including detection and prevention. DIABETESpredict can identify type 2 diabetes risk before symptoms or abnormal lab results present, and provides genotype-informed recommendations that can guide healthy decisions for prevention and intervention,” Dr. Harrington shares.
Attendees included celebrities, musicians, actors, producers, military, veterans and doctors who were there to support the event. Attendees include: Braunwyn Windham-Burke (RHOC) and girlfriend Fernanda Rocha (RHOC), Estrella Harrington (Founder of GUARDaHEART Foundation), Dr. Douglas S. Harrington (Chairman of the GUARDaHEART Foundation, Fellow of the American Society of Preventive Cardiology), Dave Meadows</em> (Producer and Military Navy SEAL, Producer), Kayla Tabish (Netflix Cat People), Nick Liam (Netflix Cat People), Nimi Adokiye (Actress, Bob Hearts Abishola) and husband Danny Eley (Director), Simon Lunche (Music Artist), Lisa Hart (TV Host), Annie Nelson (Author & Founder of American Soldier Network), Johnny Walker (American Heroes, the Seals most trusted interpreter), Jason Tuschen (US Navy Seals command Master chief retired Jason), Dusty Lang (Six Gun Sal, Southern Rock Band -Rhythm Guitarist), Matt Geinitz, (Six Gun Sal, Southern Rock Band-Bassplayer), Michelle Ware, DO (Board Certified Physician, Owner of Los Feliz MedSpa), Rebecca Stewart (Owner of VIP Nanny Services), Tyrone DuBose (Actor and America’s Premier R&B Music Historian), Darryle Triplett (Comedian).
Guests were able to enjoy music, complimentary cocktails, tapas, and delicious healthy foods & desserts sponsored by BochaSweet™ sugar-free options. Cocktails were also sponsored by Double Cross Vodka, seven-times distilled and seven-times filtered Premium Vodka, and Yellow Rose Outlaw Bourbon spirit to treat guests.
The GUARDaHEART Foundation is the organizer of the UNMASKED DIABETES event.
About DIABETESpredict™
DIABETESpredict is an all-ages lab test that evaluates an individual’s genetic predisposition to develop Type 2 diabetes (T2D), then offers personalized recommendations based on the patient’s genetic profile. This test is especially important for anyone who is concerned about developing diabetes, including those with a family history of diabetes or risk factors such as obesity or metabolic abnormalities. All tests are performed by CLIA-certified laboratories. Complimentary DIABETESpredict test provided at the event. Complimentary DIABETESpredict test provided at the event with a medical insurance card.
About PULS Cardiac Test
PULS Cardiac Test is a simple, non-invasive blood test that predicts the likelihood of a patient having a heart attack within the next five years. It works by detecting the true leading cause of heart attacks: Unstable Cardiac Lesion Ruptures. PULS Cardiac Test Wins 2016 Diamond ABBY Award for Innovation in Healthcare. Dr. Douglas H. Harrington is the inventor of the PULS Cardiac Test. A complimentary PULS Cardiac Test will be available to any guest that would like to take the test at the event. Complimentary PULS Cardiac Test provided at the event.
About GUARDaHEART Foundation:
GUARDaHEART Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to fighting heart disease with the mission: “LEARN. DETECT. PREVENT.” GUARDaHEART works with strategic partners, healthcare providers, and other non-profit organizations to promote awareness through education and risk detection tools, to ultimately empower preventative action and reduce the risk of heart disease worldwide.
To learn more, visit www.guardaheart.org
About Dr. Douglas S.Harrington, Douglas S. Harrington, MD, Chairman of the GUARDaHEART:
About Predictive Health Diagnostics Company
Predictive Health Diagnostics Company (PHDC) is a leading specialty diagnostics development platform company that develops, manufactures, and distributes medical tests combining science, technology, and proprietary analytics to detect high-risk diseases with significant unmet medical needs. PHDC’s laboratory information systems use data from multiple sources including proteomics, genetics, metabolics, biochemistry, phenotype, and imaging to address among the most challenging clinical problems.
