One Couple's Battle Against the Silent Killer More Deadly Than Three Major Cancers Combined 🦵❤️

Saving Legs, Saving Lives: When Hector faced the terrifying prospect of leg amputation, his wife Melissa became his lifeline. 🚨He has what's known as Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD), a silent threat more prevalent and deadlier than breast, colon, and prostate cancer COMBINED. Join us on The Heart of Innovation as Dr. John Phillips and Emmy Award-winning journalist Kym McNicholas dive deep into Hector's journey with Hector, his wife Melissa, and his Podiatrist Dr. Amy Bodart. Learn how early detection and the right specialists can literally save your limbs—and your life. 🔍 Key Takeaways: - Recognize early PAD symptoms: Neuropathy, leg pain, cramps, restless legs - Understand the critical importance of limb salvage specialists - Hear a powerful story of hope and medical breakthrough Make sure to tune in on Saturday, February 18 for this powerful story! If you are reading this and have symptoms of PAD and/or have questions about your care, call the Global PAD Association's Leg Saver Hotline at (415) 233-2730 for immediate guidance. Don't wait. Your leg could depend on it. 💪   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.