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The Beat of Your Heart:
Everything You Need to Know about Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation is a type of irregular heartbeat — also known as an arrhythmia — that can lead to blood clots, stroke, heart failure and other cardiac complications. In recognition of National Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month, in September, CRF will empower and motivate women to work closely with their physicians to reduce their risk for AFib.
Wednesday, September 15, 2021
12:00 PM–1:00 PM ET
Featuring:
Nisha Jhalani, MD
Director, CRF Women’s Heart Health Initiative
NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Eliza C. Miller, MD
NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Vivian Ng, MD
NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Elaine Wan, MD
NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center
At the end of the program, you will:
- Understand what atrial fibrillation is.
- Recognize the symptoms of atrial fibrillation.
- Understand how atrial fibrillation increases the risk for stroke.
- Know what type of lifestyle changes can help manage risk for stroke when you have AFib.
- Be aware of treatments for atrial fibrillation.
- Get motivated to take ownership of your health and control risk factors for atrial fibrillation.
This program is supported by educational grants from Boston Scientific, Bristol Myers Squibb, and Medtronic.
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