In December 2018, Cynthia Mayweather’s heart stopped. She collapsed at home, and in a matter of seconds, her sister jumped into action, performing 15 minutes of uninterrupted CPR—a rare feat that amazed even medical professionals. When emergency responders arrived, Cynthia was rushed to Cedars‑Sinai, where she was met by Dr. Janet Wei and a team of experts determined to save her life.
—Cynthia Mayweather, Cedars-Sinai Patient and Health Advocate
Cynthia not only survived, she became an advocate for heart health awareness, particularly for Black women in Los Angeles. This community is disproportionately affected by heart disease and often faces barriers to early diagnosis and quality care. Cynthia has joined Cedars‑Sinai’s efforts with BlackDoctor to use her story to educate others on recognizing the often subtle signs of heart disease—like fatigue, nausea, or shoulder pain—and to highlight the life‑saving importance of CPR training in Black communities. Alongside Cedars-Sinai, Cynthia and other organizations are working together to underscore the importance of health equity; awareness, access, and advocacy can mean the difference between life and death in certain communities.
Cedars‑Sinai cares about individuals, like Cynthia, fighting for their health and the health of their neighbors. They see the importance of partnering with patients and community organizations to educate and empower the communities around us, celebrating the impact of people like Cynthia, whose voice and advocacy help ensure that more lives can be saved.
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