We shared Kelly's Heart Journey at Cleveland's Go Red for Women Experience on February 7, 2023. Kelly is part of a new wave of survivors stepping up to share their stories and raise awareness about the fact that heart disease can impact everyone—even those who life an extremely healthy life. A few months before her wedding, she started to feel off and went to see her doctor. After additional tests, she learned she had Coronary Heart Disease, with many blockages to her coronary arteries. Among females 20 years and older, nearly 45% are living with some form of cardiovascular disease. Women often put the needs of others first, caring for children, spouse or aging parents, ignoring their own health.

Kelly is the perfect blend of fierce and fearless - she not only recovered from surgery, but also had her dream wedding one month later. She hopes her story will help women prioritize their own health and take the steps to care for their own hearts!

Kelly’s story is presented by University Hospitals Harrington Heart & Vascular Institute. Learn more about Go Red for Women in Cleveland at http://spr.ly/60553Ur8S. ❤️ #ClevelandGoesRed