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A-Fib Is Strong Precursor to Heart Failure
FRIDAY, April 19, 2024 – The dangerous heart rhythm disorder known as atrial fibrillation is mainly known for increasing people’s risk of stroke. But people with A-Fib actually have a much higher r...
2000-2010 to 2011-2022 Saw Increase in Lifetime Risk for A-Fib
FRIDAY, April 19, 2024 – From 2000 to 2022, there was an increase in the lifetime risk for atrial fibrillation, according to a study published online April 17 in The BMJ. Nicklas Vinter, M.D.,...
Periodontitis May Modify Risk for Atrial Fibrillation
THURSDAY, April 11, 2024 – Periodontitis is a risk factor for atrial fibrillation (AF), according to a study published online April 10 in the Journal of the American Heart Association. Shunsuke...
A Hidden Culprit Behind A-Fib: Gum Disease
THURSDAY, April 11, 2024 – Oral health might have an impact on heart health, a new study has found. Folks treated for an irregular heart rhythm were more likely to keep a healthy heartbeat if they...
Exposure to Secondhand Smoke Tied to Risk for Atrial Fibrillation
TUESDAY, April 9, 2024 – Even a small amount of exposure to secondhand smoke (SHS) is linked to a greater risk for atrial fibrillation (AF), according to a study presented at the annual meeting of...
Guidelines Developed for Catheter Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation
WEDNESDAY, April 10, 2024 – In a consensus statement published in the April issue of EP Europace to coincide with the annual meeting of the European Heart Rhythm Association, held from April 7 to 9...
Even a Little Secondhand Smoke Ups Odds for A-Fib
MONDAY, April 8, 2024 – Just a little exposure to secondhand smoke may increase your risk for the heart rhythm disorder atrial fibrillation (A-Fib), a new, large study suggests. People who have...
Risk for A-Fib Increased With Consumption of Sugar-Sweetened and Diet Beverages
WEDNESDAY, March 13, 2024 – Consumption of >2 L/week of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSB) or artificially sweetened beverages (ASB) is associated with an increased risk for atrial fibrillation (AF),...
Sugary or Diet Sodas Could Raise Your Odds for A-fib
TUESDAY, March 5, 2024 – Sipping sodas – sugary or diet – seems to slightly increase a person’s risk of developing a potentially dangerous irregular heart rhythm, a new study shows. Folks had a 20% g...
'No New Concerns' for Biden's Health After Annual Physical
THURSDAY, Feb. 29 2024 – Following an annual physical conducted on Wednesday, President Joe Biden has been found "fit for duty" by his doctor. “The President feels well and this year’s physical ide...
Gene-Based Tests Could Predict Your Odds for Common Illnesses
TUESDAY, Feb. 20, 2024 – Accurate genetic tests for 10 common diseases are nearly ready for everyday use in doctor’s offices, a new study says. Gene scans for 10 common illnesses have been honed to t...
Could Medical Marijuana Be Bad for Heart Patients?
THURSDAY, Jan. 11, 2024 – Medical marijuana might help ease chronic pain, but it also slightly increases a patient’s risk of a dangerous abnormal heart rhythm, a new study says. Patients treated w...
Ease Up on Drinking to Cut Your Risk for 'Holiday Heart'
FRIDAY, Dec. 22, 2023 – Rum-laced eggnog, mulled wine, or a hot toddy all sound good around the holidays, but too much imbibing can increase your risk of “holiday heart syndrome,” doctors warn. Hol...
COVID Can Raise Long-Term Odds for Irregular Heartbeat
MONDAY, Dec. 18, 2023 – Add another post-COVID hazard to the list: Research suggests having the illness could raise risks for dangerous irregular heart beats. According to Swedish researchers, the...
Postoperative A-Fib Tied to Worse Outcomes After Valve Surgery
FRIDAY, Dec. 15, 2023 – Postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) is associated with an increased rate of neurologic events and worse long-term survival, according to a study published online Sept....
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