Diabetes has a deadly secret. Even one extra sugar molecule floating around your blood can damage your arteries putting you at risk for heart attack, stroke, and amputation. ABC News Live Correspondent Steve Osunsami knows this all too well from watching his Dad suffer from Diabetes and one of its most prevalent and deadly complications, known as Peripheral Artery Disease, which is poor circulation mainly in the legs due to plaque build-up. In this episode, Steve talks to The Heart of Innovation's Kym McNicholas and Dr. John Phillips about his Dad's story and its influence on pitching his team to do a story to spread awareness of the diabetes epidemic and the serious repercussions of not getting it under control, and fast. Tune into this episode to hear the backstory of the new ABC News Live feature, "Severed," in which a dozen ABC team members who worked on it all were personally impacted by diabetes and/or related amputations. 

Amputations within the African American community occur at a staggering 3-4 times higher rate than their white counterparts, underscoring the urgent need to galvanize the community and other stakeholders to engage in candid discussions about the prevalent gaps in communication and care. In this episode, The Heart of Innovation seeks to provide a platform for diverse stakeholders to discuss some of the disparities patients feel are interfering with timely, effective, life and limb-saving care for poor circulation in their legs known as peripheral artery disease.

Join Interventional Cardiologist Dr. John Phillips and Emmy Award-winning Journalist Kym McNicholas in a compelling episode of "The Heart of Innovation." This week, our guest is micronutrient expert and health coach Steph Vukovich, known for her specialization in micronutrients and their impact on overall metabolic health.

In today's world, chronic diseases stand as the leading cause of morbidity and mortality, presenting a formidable global health challenge. Understanding the interplay of genetic and environmental factors throughout life is paramount in addressing the predisposition to obesity and other non-communicable diseases. Substantial evidence has underscored the pivotal role of macronutrients and micronutrients in programming metabolic diseases early in life.

This episode aims to shed light on the critical role of micronutrients in developing effective preventive strategies to counter the global burden of non-communicable diseases. By delving into the intricate relationship between micronutrients and metabolic health, our guest, Steph Vukovich, will provide invaluable insights and actionable strategies for promoting overall well-being.

Don't miss this enlightening conversation on the transformative potential of micronutrients in shaping a healthier future. Tune in to "The Heart of Innovation" and be part of the movement toward preventive health strategies.

This week on *The Heart of Innovation*, hosted by Interventional Cardiologist Dr. John Phillips and Emmy Award-winning journalist Kym McNicholas, the focus is on the relationship between leg pain and heart health. Since February is American Heart Month, we invited Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Jason Yoho, who practices in San Antonio and Corpus Christi, Texas, and his patient Douglas, to share a life-saving story. Douglas had what's called, Peripheral Artery Disease, which is poor circulation in mainly the leg arteries, and doctors didn't check his heart arteries until it was almost too late. Did you know that three-in-five people who suffer a heart attack have plaque in their leg arteries? If only a doctor would have checked their leg pulses regularly, life and limb might be saved. In this episode, we hope you learn from Douglas' story, including the critical tests and questions to discuss with your doctor.