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If you have Atrial Fibrillation, or think that you might, or a family member has it, now what? You deserve real answers from real people who have suffered with afib like you have. We understand what you are going through and what you are feeling. We've been there, too. Our founder, Mellanie True Hills, suffered from devastating afib and is now cured.

Our goal is to provide you with information and perspectives about living with atrial fibrillation, and to help you find an atrial fibrillation treatment or cure. We're about patients helping patients, providing information, education, and resources. We're here to help you overcome your atrial fibrillation. You are not alone.

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News from StopAfib.org

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

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

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

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

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

AF Stat™: A Call to Action for Atrial Fibrillation

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