Monthly Archives: April 2014

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Is Vigorous Long Term Endurance Sports a Risk Factor for Developing Atrial Fibrillation?

UPDATE: As of 6-10-14, triathletes with afib are still needed. Please contact Dr. Opondo (contact info below) if you can help. ------- The Institute for Exercise and Environmental Medicine (IEEM), in conjunction with UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX, is seeking healthy individuals to participate in a research study. The purpose of this study is …

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Atrial Fibrillation Experts from Cleveland Clinic Will Answer Your Afib Questions on May 16

Atrial fibrillation is the most common irregular heart rhythm that starts in the atria. While it is often a mere annoyance, it can also be responsible for life-threatening medical emergencies that result in cardiac arrest, stroke, and sudden death. Take advantage of the opportunity to get your atrial fibrillation questions answered by afib experts from the …

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Dr. Hugh Calkins Discusses New AHA/ACC/HRS Atrial Fibrillation Guidelines — Video

The new 2014 AHA/ACC/HRS Atrial Fibrillation Guidelines were just released at the American College of Cardiology annual conference. In this video interview, Dr. Hugh Calkins discusses what afib patients should know about the new afib guidelines. To watch the video, see: Dr. Hugh Calkins Discusses the New AHA/ACC/HRS Atrial Fibrillation Guidelines — Video Interview

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