Atrial Fibrillation

• New Canadian minimally invasive robotic procedure could revolutionize AFib treatment

  Atrial fibrillation is the most common type of irregular heart rhythm in the world, but a new approach could change the game for patients.

  Canada

  Oct 25
  
• Lionel Richie pausing tour after undergoing heart procedure, rep says

  'Lionel is doing great but will take some time off and will be back on stage soon,' a representative for the 77-year-old singer said.

  Entertainment

  Sep 23
  
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• Boston man denied heart transplant because he’s not vaccinated against COVID-19

  D.J. Ferguson's mother, Tracey Ferguson, insists that her son isn't against vaccinations, noting he's had other immunizations in the past.

  World

  Jan 26, 2022
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• Montreal research could lead to better treatment for common heart condition

  A discovery by researchers at the Montreal Heart Institute could lead to more effective treatment of atrial fibrillation.

  Health

  Nov 11, 2020
• ‘I got a second chance’: N.S. woman takes on Blue Nose 5K 4 months after heart transplant

  The 51-year-old from Timberlea, N.S., was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation nine years ago after waking up with shortness of breath.  

  Health

  May 20, 2018
• Kingston hospitals get big boost from local foundation for heart health

  Kingston hospitals were given a $670,000 financial boost from the W. J. Henderson Foundation on Thursday.

  Canada

  Feb 8, 2018
• Holiday Heart Syndrome: What you need to know about holiday binge drinking

  Holiday Heart Syndrome is described as an irregular heartbeat, caused by heavy drinking, in people who don't otherwise have a history of heart problems.

  Health

  Dec 17, 2017
• Work long hours on the job? You’re more likely to have heart problems, study says

  Researchers from the University College, London find that if you work more than a certain number of hours per week, your risk of developing atrial fibrillation increases.

  Lifestyle

  Jul 14, 2017
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• Reality check: Can eating 6 servings of chocolate a week be good for your heart health?

  New research finds that eating chocolate regularly can reduce your risk of atrial fibrillation by up to 20 per cent, but is it something dietitians are recommending people do?

  Health

  May 25, 2017
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• Can an app change the way Nova Scotians live with A Fib?

  Atrial fibrillation, also known as A Fib, is an electrical issue of the heart, according to cardiologist Dr. Jafna Cox, who is also a co-investigator of the study.

  Health

  Oct 14, 2015