Cytokinetics

08/03/2026

At Cytokinetics, patients are our North Star. A recent article in Scientific American highlights the important role our patient advisory council plays in guiding our work.

As our Senior Director of Patient Advocacy and Engagement, Mary Pomerantz said, “We talk to experts, advocacy organization leaders, actual patients, and caregivers. Whatever the business question, we find an approach that honors patient preferences. What’s best for patients is ultimately our guiding light.”

Read more about our patient centricity in the article: https://bit.ly/44NV7B4

Everyone benefits when biopharmaceutical companies create a culture that can gather and apply patient feedback

07/27/2026

Today, we are highlighting another recipient of the 2026 Cytokinetics Communications Grant: Camp Taylor.

With this grant, Camp Taylor is launching “Living with HCM: Youth Voices from Camp Taylor.” The digital initiative shares real stories from young people living with HCM and their families to help expand awareness and education around HCM.

The project includes a clinical toolkit. This resource helps healthcare providers share these powerful stories with newly diagnosed families to deliver accurate, reassuring and patient-centered information.

Learn more about Camp Taylor on their website: https://bit.ly/4eTpvQq

07/20/2026

For the past eight years, the Cytokinetics Communications Grant Program has supported patient advocacy organizations to expand their reach and engagement with the and communities.

This month, we are highlighting the important work of our 2026 grantees, and first up is Canadian SADS Foundation.

Being diagnosed with a cardiovascular disease can feel deeply isolating, leaving patients and families often feeling unheard during their healthcare journey. This campaign aims to change that by sharing real stories that help people feel seen, heard and supported.

Watch the campaign videos on the Foundation’s page: https://bit.ly/4xLRadm

07/15/2026

What does it mean to support a loved one living with HCM?

In this People feature, Olympic gold medalist sydneymclaughlin16 and her father, Willie, share their family's journey with , the realities of caregiving, and tips for those navigating this condition.

You can also hear more of their story in the On Track with HCM video series: https://bit.ly/4wKzhtV

Sharing their story.

07/15/2026

What does it mean to support a loved one living with HCM?

In this People feature, Olympic gold medalist sydneymclaughlin16 and her father, Willie, share their family's journey with , the realities of caregiving, and tips for those navigating this condition.

You can also hear more of their story in the On Track with HCM video series: https://bit.ly/4wKzhtV

Why family support matters.

07/15/2026

From his early days in academic research to the pioneering work he led at Cytokinetics, Dr. Fady Malik embraced the unexpected, challenging conventional thinking by targeting the cytoskeleton to advance potential medicines for patients with cardiac and skeletal muscle diseases. In this interview with Scientific American, Dr. Malik reflects on the scientific curiosity that shaped his career and why advancing science starts with asking bold questions.

Read the full interview: https://bit.ly/4ylYsoj

A conversation with Fady Malik, executive vice president, research and development, at Cytokinetics

07/15/2026

Living with a heart condition impacts more than just physical health—the mental and emotional toll is also deeply significant.

To help address these needs, we are proud to support the HeartCharged Talk Show, a show dedicated to providing validation and resources for those navigating these visible and non-visible challenges. Featuring a beautiful poem, an entertaining skit and moving community stories, this episode is packed with energized content for patients, healthcare providers and caregivers alike.

Watch the full episode: https://bit.ly/4vsWYWM

06/21/2026

Living with a chronic heart condition like hypertrophic cardiomyopathy ( ) can bring unexpected challenges. It's not just about the physical symptoms; it's also about the emotional impact.

For parents with HCM, this could include stress as they share the news with their children. This Father's Day, our wish is for all fathers and their families to stay on track with their health.

We invite you to visit the Cytokinetics-sponsored site: OnTrackWithHCM.com Here you can learn about the journey of Olympic gold medalist sydneymclaughlin16 and her father, Willie (), as he has managed the whole-person impact of HCM.

06/10/2026

Every June 2, Major League Baseball Players Association (MLB) celebrates Lou Gehrig Day to raise awareness and funds for research.

was proud to honor Gehrig's legacy, patients, and families alongside both the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park, and the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park on June 8.

As an annual sponsor of these games, Cytokinetics remains deeply inspired and dedicated to supporting everyone impacted by ALS.

06/08/2026

Applications are open for the 2026 Cytokinetics Corporate Giving Program! True to our values, we prioritize giving back to our communities.

The program provides charitable donations to eligible non-profit organizations in the United States to support equitable healthcare initiatives for cardiovascular disease, science education and certain essential services for local and at-risk communities.

We’re accepting applications through August 3. Learn more and apply at https://bit.ly/4jo4s7g