News from StopAfib.org

News from StopAfib.org

Women with Atrial Fibrillation Less Likely To Get Catheter Ablation Than Men — And Have More Complications — 3-21-10

Women Getting Catheter Ablations Are More Likely to Be in Persistent Atrial Fibrillation and More Likely to Fail ... more

Gene Test Improves Use of Coumadin (warfarin) for Stroke Prevention in Atrial Fibrillation — 3-17-10

Presentation at American College of Cardiology Shows Genetic Testing Improves Accuracy of Coumadin and Reduces Hospitalization ... more

Psoriasis Raises Risk of Atrial Fibrillation (AF) — 3-16-10

Study Presented at American College of Cardiology Identifies New Afib and Stroke Risk Factor ... more

Study Shows Cryoablation Beats Antiarrhythmic Drugs for Treating Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation — 3/15/2010

STOP AF Study Shows Cryoablation Beats Rhythm Medicines for Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation ... more

Interview with Dr. Andrea Russo about Afib Gender Differences at Boston Atrial Fibrillation Symposium 2010

Discussion of Atrial Fibrillation Treatment and Stroke Risk in Women ... more

Atrial Fibrillation Clinical Trials or Research — Updated 2/25/10

Looking for those with atrial fibrillation ... more

Interview with Dr. Riccardo Cappato at Boston Atrial Fibrillation Symposium 2010

Discussion of Second Worldwide Survey on AF Ablation and Afib and Athletes ... more

Robotic Technology is Changing the Paradigm for Catheter Ablation Treatment of Atrial Fibrillation — 2-19-10

Dr. Andrea Natale's Update on Robotic Catheter Ablation Technology at Boston Atrial Fibrillation Symposium 2010 ... more

Sophisticated New 4-D and 5-D Imaging May Soon Guide Catheter Ablations — 2-18-10

Highlights from Dr. Douglas Packer's Remarks at Boston Atrial Fibrillation Symposium 2010 ... more

Catheter Ablation May be Better Atrial Fibrillation Treatment than Drugs for Serious and Professional Athletes

Prolonged exercise may increase the risk of atrial fibrillation (AF) according to a presentation at Boston Atrial Fibrillation Symposium 2010 ... more

Interview with Dr. Vivek Reddy at Boston Atrial Fibrillation Symposium 2010

Discussion of new atrial fibrillation ablation technologies and stroke prevention in afib ... more

Interview with Professor John Camm at Boston Atrial Fibrillation Symposium 2010

Discussion of new antiarrhythmic drugs, dronedarone (Multaq®) and vernakalant, for atrial fibrillation treatment ... more

Interview with Dr. Andrea Natale at Boston Atrial Fibrillation Symposium 2010

Discussion of hybrid procedures combining catheter ablation and surgery for atrial fibrillation treatment ... more

Twitter: Atrial Fibrillation Tweets — Updated 1/11/10

We find these tweets valuable and you may, too ... more

StopAfib.org Discussion Forums Provide Special Interest Topics and Local Support Groups – 12-29-09

Focused Discussions about Afib and Exercise, Sleep Apnea, Pregnancy, Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, Valvular Afib, and Young Afibbers ... more

How to Push Back if Medicare or Other Health Insurance Says "No" to Atrial Fibrillation Treatment – 12-22-09

You can appeal if Medicare or other health insurance denies coverage for afib medicines or procedures ... more

AF Stat™ Webcast Video Presents Priorities to Improve Atrial Fibrillation Patient Care — 12-16-09

Call to Action for Atrial Fibrillation presented by Senator Bill Frist, MD, Eric N. Prystowsky, MD, Jerry West, and leading cardiovascular organizations ... more

Action for Stroke Prevention Launches New Health Report Exposing Imminent Risk of a Stroke Crisis in Europe from Atrial Fibrillation — 12-9-09

"How Can We Avoid a Stroke Crisis?" launched in the European Parliament by Action for Stroke Prevention ... more

Obesity Raises Risk of Left Atrial Enlargement, a Risk Factor for Atrial Fibrillation (AF) — 12-8-09

Obesity May Overtake High Blood Pressure as Main Atrial Fibrillation Risk Factor ... more

New Stroke Risk Factors for Those with Atrial Fibrillation (AF): Female Gender, Heart Disease, and Age — 12-2-09

More Atrial Fibrillation Patients May Need Coumadin and Warfarin Anticoagulant Medications to Prevent Strokes ... more

Which is Better, Rate Control or Rhythm Control For Atrial Fibrillation: Results From the RECORD AF Registry — 11-20-09

Does Permanent Atrial Fibrillation Happen Faster With Rate Drugs or Rhythm Drugs? ... more

Study Finds Major Predictor for Development of New Atrial Fibrillation (AF) — 11-16-09

Blood levels of N-terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide (NT-proBNP) are a "remarkable" predictor of afib ... more

Sleep Apnea Multiplies Risk of Arrhythmias Like Atrial Fibrillation — 10-31-09

Odds of Irregular Heartbeat Are 18 Times Higher After Sleep Apnea Episode ... more

Atrial Fibrillation Procedure Within Two Years Reduces Risk of Afib Recurrence — 10-29-09

Length of Permanent Atrial Fibrillation Duration and Enlarged Left Atrium Predict Afib Recurrence ... more

World Stroke Day 2009 is October 29, 2009

Theme for 2009 is "Stroke, what can I do?" ... more

New Research Finds Cells that Trigger Atrial Fibrillation (AF) – 10-21-09

Afib Triggered by Pigment-Producing Cells in the Heart and Pulmonary Veins ... more

Video Helps Those with Atrial Fibrillation to Safely Manage Anticoagulant Medications Coumadin and Warfarin — 10-5-09

Video: Staying Active and Healthy with Blood Thinners ... more

Diabetes Increases a Woman's Risk of Atrial Fibrillation (AF) — 10-5-09

Diabetes is an Independent Risk Factor for Women for Developing Afib ... more

Can Pneumonia Vaccine Decrease Swine Flu Death Risk for Those With Atrial Fibrillation — 10-3-09

Pneumonia and Other Bacterial Infections Contribute to Swine Flu Deaths in Those with Underlying Health Issues ... more

Women with Atrial Fibrillation Have a Higher Risk of Stroke and Death

Nine Gender Differences and Implications for Treating Women with Atrial Fibrillation ... more

Video Interview: Dr. Bill Frist Talks About AF Stat™: A Call to Action for Atrial Fibrillation

Dr. Frist also talks about his new book, A Heart to Serve ... more

Atrial Fibrillation: Health Leaders Issue Recommendations to Improve Management of this Common, Costly and Misunderstood Cardiovascular Disease — 9/16/09

“AF Stat™ Call to Action for Atrial Fibrillation” Report Cites Limited Understanding, Disconnected Dialogue and Uncoordinated Care as Key Barriers to Improved Outcomes ... more

U.S. Senate Adopts Resolution Designating September 2009 as National Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month

Thank you, Senator Feingold, for your dedication and support in getting this approved ... more

Webcast for AF Stat™: A Call to Action for Atrial Fibrillation (Afib) — Updated 12/15/09

This event is for atrial fibrillation patients, caregivers, and stakeholders who want to raise awareness and advocate for appropriate care ... more

Dabigatran Better than Warfarin for Stroke Prevention in Atrial Fibrillation — 8/30/09

Results Presented at 2009 European Society of Cardiology Meeting ... more

September 2009 is Atrial Fibrillation Month

StopAfib.org patient resource raises awareness of expensive and life-threatening irregular heartbeat ... more

Is Radio-frequency Catheter Ablation for Atrial Fibrillation Ready for Prime Time with Patients and Doctors — Share Your Opinion — 8/21/09

AHRQ Reviews 120 Radio-frequency Catheter Ablation Studies ... more

Severe Sleep Apnea Doubles Risk of Death in Men — Implications for Those with Atrial Fibrillation 8/19/09

Sleep Apnea Associated with Stroke, Heart Failure, Hypertension, and Coronary Artery Disease ... more

Video Interview with Dr. Michael Argenziano About Atrial Fibrillation Surgery

Interview at American Association for Thoracic Surgery 2009 ... more

Video Interview with Dr. Anne Cahill on Supplements and Arrhythmia

The Impact of Omega-3 Fatty Acids on Arrhythmias ... more

StopAfib.org Applauds the FDA for Providing a Safer Option for Those with Atrial Fibrillation (AF) and Atrial Flutter — 7/30/09

Patients are excited about Multaq® (dronedarone), the first new anti-arrhythmic drug for afib in years ... more

ACTION REQUESTED: Ask Your U.S. Senators to Support Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month — 7/22/09

Senators Feingold, Collins, Crapo and Dorgan introduce Senate Resolution 220 to designate September as National Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month ... more

Second Gene Identified That Increases Risk of Atrial Fibrillation and Stroke — 7/16/09

Gene Variant Carried By One-Third of Those of European Descent ... more

Video Interview with Dr. David Wilber at Heart Rhythm 2009

Discussing Afib Clinical Trials and the Window of Opportunity to Treat Atrial Fibrillation ... more

FDA Approves Multaq® for Patients with Atrial Fibrillation or Atrial Flutter — 7/2/09

Multaq® (dronedarone) is the much-anticipated replacement for amiodarone ... more

Video Interview with Dr. Steven Hao at Heart Rhythm 2009 in Boston

Talking About Presentation of the THERMOCOOL® Catheter Atrial Fibrillation Ablation Trial ... more

Comparative Effectiveness Research for Atrial Fibrillation Treatment Is Listed as High Priority — 7/1/09

Comparing the effectiveness of atrial fibrillation treatments, including surgery, catheter ablation, and medications ... more

EKG Warns of Potential Atrial Fibrillation Risk — 6/25/09

Prolonged PR Interval Indicates Risk for Afib, Pacemaker, or Death ... more

AF Stat™: A Call to Action for Atrial Fibrillation

StopAfib.org Participates in Initiative to Raise Atrial Fibrillation Awareness ... more

Profile of Atrial Fibrillation Patient Jerry West, NBA Hall of Famer, Coach, and General Manager of the Los Angeles Lakers

A racing heart, sleepless nights and a sense of anxiety were a way of life for NBA Hall of Famer Jerry West ... more

Profile of Atrial Fibrillation Patient Mellanie True Hills, Founder of StopAfib.org

Mellanie True Hills was surprised at how living with atrial fibrillation changed her life forever ... more

Be Proactive About Monitoring After Your Atrial Fibrillation Ablation — 6/3/09

Report from Heart Rhythm 2009 AF Summit By Eric Oddleifson, Guest Reporter for StopAfib.org ... more

Health and Advocacy Leaders Mobilize to Bring Attention to Atrial Fibrillation, a Costly and Misunderstood Cardiovascular Disease

Survey Shows Patient and Healthcare Professionals are ‘Out of Sync’ About Potential Serious Health Consequences ... more

"Out of Sync: The State of AFib in America"

National Survey Reveals Patients and Healthcare Professionals are 'Out of Sync' About the Potentially Serious Health Consequences of Atrial Fibrillation ... more

Watchman Device as Alternative to Warfarin or Coumadin — Updated 4/24/09

Prevent Strokes in Atrial Fibrillation Patients by Closing Off Left Atrial Appendage ... more

Get our StopAfib.org Update Newsletter to Discover What's New in Atrial Fibrillation

Sign up for our Afib Newsletter on the right side of the page >>> ... more

ACTION REQUESTED: Ask Your U.S. Representative to Support Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month

Rep. Ruppersberger and Rep. Granger Introduce House Resolution 255 to designate September as National Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month ... more

StopAfib.org Speaks on Behalf of the Atrial Fibrillation Community at FDA Hearing — 3-23-09

FDA Cardiovascular and Renal Drugs Advisory Committee Hears Atrial Fibrillation Patient Stories ... more

Surgeon Discusses Customized Atrial Fibrillation Surgical Treatment — 3-10-09

Video Interview with Dr. Ralph Damiano at Boston Atrial Fibrillation Symposium 2009 ... more

Surgeon Discusses Evolution and Future of Atrial Fibrillation Maze Procedure — 2-17-09

Video of Presentation by Dr. James Edgerton from Boston Atrial Fibrillation Symposium 2009 ... more

Noted Electrophysiologist Discusses Atrial Fibrillation Guidelines — 2/10/09

Video interview with Dr. Eric Prystowsky on What Atrial Fibrillation Patients Need to Know ... more

Vibrant Nation features StopAfib.org CEO Mellanie True Hills 1/22/09

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Noted Electrophysiologist and Ablation Pioneer Discusses New Findings About Atrial Fibrillation and Obstructive Sleep Apnea — 1/22/09

Video Interview with Dr. Warren (Sonny) Jackman at Boston Atrial Fibrillation Symposium 2009 ... more

Coumadin Replacements in Trial – Dabigatran and Rivaroxaban — 1/5/09

Video Interview with Dr. Manish Shah, EP at Washington Hospital Center ... more

Do You Need Coumadin: Your CHADS2 Score — 12/30/08

Video Interview with Dr. Manish Shah, EP at Washington Hospital Center ... more

EP Lab Digest Features Patient Perspectives on Living with Atrial Fibrillation — 10/9/08

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Expert Consensus Statement on Catheter and Surgical Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation—HRS/EHTA/ECAS

A report from the Heart Rhythm Society Task Force on Catheter and Surgical Ablation ... more

2006 Guidelines for the Management of Patients With Atrial Fibrillation—ACC/AHA/ESC

Guidelines to assist healthcare providers in managing atrial fibrillation ... more

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Events

Wausau, Wisconsin Atrial Fibrillation Seminar — 3/2/10

Dr. John Johnkoski and Mellanie True Hills, CEO of StopAfib.org, will speak ... more

StopAfib.org CEO Mellanie True Hills Keynotes Day of Dance for Health in Hickory, NC - 02/27/2010

Day of Dance for Health is sponsored by Frye Regional Medical Center and powered by Spirit of Women hospital network ... more

Ann Arbor, Michigan Atrial Fibrillation Treatment Conference — 3/4/10

Dr. Manak Sood, Dr. Jihn Han, and Mellanie True Hills, CEO of StopAfib.org, will speak ... more

Women's Power Pulse Luncheon and Expo - 02/12/2010

StopAfib.org CEO Mellanie True Hills Keynotes Women's Power Pulse Luncheon & Expo in McAllen, TX ... more

Find Atrial Fibrillation Patient Events in Your Area

Check the StopAfib.org Community Calendar ... more

Open Letter to Doctors and Hospitals Planning Atrial Fibrillation Patient Events — 10-7-09

Comments From Patients Are Requested ... more

AF Stat Call to Action Webcast - 9/15/2009

Working Together to Improve Patient Outcomes & Address the Cost Burden ... more

Replay of the Presentation of the Paracardioscopic Ex-Maze for Long-standing Atrial Fibrillation

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Atrial Fibrillation: Epidemic of the 21st Century?

Replay of Dr. Natale's webinar ... more

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