Atrial Fibrillation Blog

EP Lab Digest Publishes “A Matter of Trust: How to Build Adherence with Afib Patients”

Mellanie — Mon, 06 May 2013 12:14:40 +0000

EP Lab Digest recently published A Matter of Trust: How to Build Adherence with Afib Patients, authored by StopAfib.org founder Mellanie True Hills. The article, based on the experiences of hundreds of afib patients, explores why patients don’t follow doctor recommendations and what they recommend doctors do to improve the situation and create trust and [...]

WomenHeart Launches National Educational Initiative About Atrial Fibrillation and Stroke Risk for Hispanic Women

Mellanie — Mon, 06 May 2013 12:04:47 +0000

On Tuesday, May 14, WomenHeart will launch a new national initiative about afib and stroke risk for Hispanic women. StopAfib.org is honored to be a partner with WomenHeart in this. Here is the announcement from WomenHeart: Join WomenHeart as we launch the first national educational initiative about atrial fibrillation and stroke risk for Hispanic women. [...]

Join StopAfib.org & Heart Rhythm Society on May 8th in Denver for Cardiac Arrhythmia Awareness Month Event

Mellanie — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 11:32:29 +0000

On May 8th, StopAfib.org will join with the Heart Rhythm Society for a citywide event in Denver kicking off “Cardiac Arrhythmia Awareness Month” in Colorado. The event, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Skyline Park, will raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of potentially life-threatening heart rhythm disorders such as atrial fibrillation. Please [...]

Atrial Fibrillation Experts from Cleveland Clinic Will Answer Your Afib Questions on May 31

Mellanie — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 17:50:20 +0000

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 [...]

Gender Matters: Why Afib Is More Fatal for Women

mmoss — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 14:43:58 +0000

EP Lab Digest recently published Gender Matters: Why Afib Is More Fatal for Women, authored by StopAfib.org founder Mellanie True Hills. In it, she discussed the research into why atrial fibrillation and afib-related strokes are more deadly for women and what can be done. Topics include: Stroke and bleeding risk assessment tools, including CHADS2, CHA2DS2-VASc, [...]

Discovery Channel Launches Atrial Fibrillation and Stroke Prevention Documentary

mmoss — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 18:59:32 +0000

Set your DVRs, or watch live, on Saturday, March 23, at 8AM ET/PT, as the Discovery Channel unveils the atrial fibrillation documentary, “A Heartbeat Away From Stroke”. StopAfib.org was thrilled to collaborate with Discovery Channel and other organizations on this documentary. Learn more at StopAfib.org Collaborates on Discovery Channel Atrial Fibrillation Documentary

Dr. Ralph Damiano on Post-Operative Atrial Fibrillation, Valvular Afib, and AtriClip — Video

Mellanie — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 14:31:50 +0000

In our latest video, Dr. Ralph Damiano discusses how post-operative afib is among the most common complications from cardiac surgery. It is believed to be an inflammatory response, and often goes away in time. He also explains how valvular afib can be addressed during valve surgery and then talks about how the AtriClip is a [...]

Atrial Fibrillation & the Cox Maze procedure—StopAfib.org interviews Dr. James Cox

Mellanie — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 23:47:00 +0000

DtopAfib.org interviews Dr. James Cox, creator of the Cox Maze procedure

Dr. James Cox Discusses the Cox Maze Procedure for Atrial Fibrillation — Video

Mellanie — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 17:18:06 +0000

In commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Cox Maze procedure for atrial fibrillation, Dr. James Cox sat down with us to talk about the history of the Cox Maze procedure, and how it has evolved in the past 25 years. To watch the video, or read the transcript, see: The Cox Maze Procedure for Atrial [...]

StopAfib.org Founder Speaks on Engaging Afib Patients at the Western Atrial Fibrillation Symposium

mmoss — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 17:20:52 +0000

StopAfib.org founder Mellanie True Hills will be speaking at the Sixth Annual Western Atrial Fibrillation Symposium about how healthcare professionals can engage their afib patients to get optimal results for both. If you’re a healthcare professional, there is still time to register. If you’re a patient, please share your experiences with Mellanie. Learn more at [...]