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Update: This survey is now closed. Researchers need your help to find new ways to prevent stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation Summary:  You can help with a proposed study leveraging a smart watch and “pill-in-the-pocket” blood thinners to prevent afib-related strokes Reading time:  2–3 minutes Dr. Rod Passman, a researcher at Northwestern University who …

Dr. Eric Prystowsky, ally and advocate. June 3, 2021 Summary: 2021 Conference opening keynote: Dr. Eric Prystowsky, ally and advocate. Reading time: 2–3 minutes If any single afib expert has played a role in getting the afib patient community a “place at the table” with our doctors, it’s Dr. Eric Prystowsky. He is a true ally and …

Featuring cardiac electrophysiologist Khaldoun Tarakji, MD, MPH, FHRS Doctors have increasingly turned to telehealth to deliver care because of the pandemic. Many of you have told us you aren’t going to the doctor’s office for tests and monitoring as often as you once did. Consumer devices can help fill that void, allowing you and your …

Can consumer digital devices help you better manage your afib? Consumer devices for afib patients are everywhere, and many have been important during the pandemic. You might wonder what the devices are, how they work, and how you can use them to manage your afib. To address those questions, we’re happy to announce the next webinar …

Do you have questions? How to protect yourself. With COVID-19 vaccine distribution taking place, many of you have asked us vaccine questions as you ponder whether to get it.   To answer those questions, we’re happy to announce the newest webinar in our Get Back to Care Webinar Series: Managing Afib During a Pandemic: Answering Your Vaccine …

To give you vital information to avoid missing out on the care you need during the pandemic If the pandemic has made you feel reluctant to venture out to see your doctors, you’re not alone. We’ve heard from many of you who say you’re not getting the care and treatment you need because you want …

Answers to the Most Common Afib Patient Questions: Our Gift To You We want to express our gratitude to you for your support throughout this year by giving you a gift. Because of the pandemic, our 2020 Get in Rhythm. Stay in Rhythm.® Atrial Fibrillation Patient Conference was more difficult than ever to produce, but doing …

Can this study reduce the risk of strokes from atrial fibrillation? UPDATED December 28, 2020 Summary: Join the Heartline Study, a nationwide, virtual heart health study for people 65+ with an iPhone and Original Medicare or Medicare Advantage. Reading time:  2 minutes The Heartline Study is a heart-health wellness program and study being conducted by Johnson & …

Devices and tools for diagnosing afib and monitoring it after ablation October 27, 2020 Summary: Dr. David McManus: a trailblazer in digital health  Reading time: 2–3 minutes We’re heading into the final days leading up to the 2020 Get in Rhythm. Stay in Rhythm.® Virtual Atrial Fibrillation Patient Conference, and we can hardly wait to share the quality and …