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The month of February is heart awareness month, which is designed to call attention to heart health. Among the group with the highest rates of death due to cardiovascular disease are African Americans.

Dr. LaPrincess Brewer is a preventive cardiologist at Mayo Clinic who studies cardiovascular issues in Black Minnesotans. She joined host Cathy Wurzer to talk about improving heart health in Minnesota’s African American community.

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Cathy Wurzer talks with Dr. LaPrincess Brewer. She is a preventive cardiologist at Mayo Clinic. Her research focuses on solutions for African American Minnesotans who are struggling with cardiovascular disease.

Dr. LaPrincess Brewer is a preventive cardiologist at Mayo Clinic who is committed to improving the wellness of African Americans in Minnesota. In her research she focuses on connecting with members of the African American community who have some of the highest rates of mortality due to cardiovascular issues. Brewer joined host Cathy Wurzer from Rochester.

Dr. LaPrincess Brewer on improving heart health in African Americans

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Dr. LaPrincess Brewer on improving heart health in Minnesota's African American community

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