Atrial Fibrillation
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Boston man denied heart transplant because he’s not vaccinated against COVID-19D.J. Ferguson's mother, Tracey Ferguson, insists that her son isn't against vaccinations, noting he's had other immunizations in the past.WorldJan 26, 2022
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Montreal research could lead to better treatment for common heart conditionA discovery by researchers at the Montreal Heart Institute could lead to more effective treatment of atrial fibrillation.HealthNov 11, 2020
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‘I got a second chance’: N.S. woman takes on Blue Nose 5K 4 months after heart transplantThe 51-year-old from Timberlea, N.S., was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation nine years ago after waking up with shortness of breath.HealthMay 20, 2018
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Kingston hospitals get big boost from local foundation for heart healthKingston hospitals were given a $670,000 financial boost from the W. J. Henderson Foundation on Thursday.CanadaFeb 8, 2018
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Holiday Heart Syndrome: What you need to know about holiday binge drinkingHoliday Heart Syndrome is described as an irregular heartbeat, caused by heavy drinking, in people who don't otherwise have a history of heart problems.HealthDec 17, 2017
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Work long hours on the job? You’re more likely to have heart problems, study saysResearchers 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.LifestyleJul 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?HealthMay 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.HealthOct 14, 2015
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Longer heart monitoring can detect A-fib, stroke risk: researchersA heart-rhythm disorder called atrial fibrillation is on the rise among older Canadians, but standard testing often doesn't detect the condition.CanadaJun 26, 2014
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