Earlier this year after a scary medical incident on vacation and getting an emergency pacemaker, my husband Andrew was diagnosed with sarcoidosis. This was a disease neither of us had heard about before, but it affects thousands of individuals and families.

Sarcoidosis is an inflammatory condition where clusters of immune cells form in the body’s organs—most often the lungs—affecting how they work. When it involves the heart (cardiac sarcoidosis), it can disrupt heart rhythm and function, sometimes causing serious complications.. But there's so much more we don't understand about this disease still.

Throughout the month of April, I will be participating in the Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research’s (FSR) Taking Steps to See Sarcoidosis initiative. I am taking steps and raising funds for FSR. The work FSR does helps to fund research, provide patient support, and push toward better treatments and a cure. 

Here is How You Can Help Our Goals

1. Donate if you’re able — no amount is too small 
2. Share this page to help spread awareness 
3. Track your steps and join me in this effort and be part of something meaningful 

Thank you for being part of this journey and taking Steps to See Sarcoidosis.

Click here for more information on sarcoidosis and the Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research.

Jessica