November 16, 2009
In an episode that was broadcast today, Barbra Streisand called in to the popular daytime television show, "The Doctors" in support of cardiovascular research for women. The discussion with Barbra was brief but no less important as it helped place a focus on women's health as it pertains to heart disease. Barbra spoke of the need for specific research for women while mentioning the history of heart disease in her own family.

In 2008, Barbra provided the Cedars-Sinai Women's Heart Institute with a $5 million endowment for what is now called The Barbra Streisand Women's Cardiovascular Research and Education Program. Her gift will specifically promote advances in the area of cardiovascular research for women.

Barbra has been a long time advocate and supporter of women's health programs. In 1968, the Hollywood premiere of "Funny Girl" was actually a benefit for Cedars-Sinai's Women's Heart Guild..

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