Atrial fibrillation (AFib) can lead to blood clots, stroke, heart failure, and other heart-related complications. New consumer patient research from the Dallas-based American Heart Association found ...

Atrial fibrillation or Afib is the most common sustained abnormal heart rhythm. One out of every five strokes is linked to blood clot formation in the heart in the setting of atrial fibrillation and, ...

Atrial fibrillation (Afib) is a type of cardiac arrhythmia, or abnormal heart rhythm, that is very common — and more prevalent than previously thought. A large study published in October 2024 in a ...

Ahead of the readouts, BMS and J&J have started an educational push called “Change the Target. Change What’s Possible,” they announced Tuesday. The campaign is designed to inform clinicians who manage ...

Strokes are a leading cause of disability and death worldwide. Understanding why strokes occur can help in prevention and early intervention. While numerous factors can contribute to the onset of a ...

With May being Stroke Awareness Month, it’s a great time to learn about strokes and their impact. A stroke is one of the most time-sensitive medical emergencies a person can experience. Strokes happen ...

The heart rhythm disorder called atrial fibrillation (AFib) can affect people of any age, but is most common in older adults. It may start with a rapid heartbeat, a fluttering feeling in a person’s ...

Hypertension earns its reputation as the “silent killer” for good reason – it often produces no noticeable symptoms until significant damage has already occurred. This dangerous condition causes ...

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common sustained cardiac arrhythmia and remains a significant contributor to morbidity and mortality worldwide. A central focus of current research is the left ...

A new device is helping Greeley patients with irregular heartbeats live with a reduced risk of stroke and a greater quality of life. In May, Banner Health’s North Colorado Medical Center became one of ...