AF White Paper 2018
White Paper on inequalities and unmet needs in the detection of atrial fibrillation (AF) and use of therapies to prevent AF‑related stroke in Europe
White Paper on inequalities and unmet needs in the detection of atrial fibrillation (AF) and use of therapies to prevent AF‑related stroke in Europe
Detect AF by a simple pulse check, Protect against AF-related stroke using anticoagulation therapy (not aspirin), Correct the irregular rhythm with access to appropriate treatment, Perfect the patient care pathway
‘Knowing Your Pulse’ is one of the easiest ways to detect a cardiac arrhythmia. A cardiac arrhythmia is caused by a heartbeat that is too fast, too slow, or irregular. It is important to ‘Know Your Pulse’.
The risk of stroke from atrial fibrillation (AFib) is real, and can quickly change your life. This campaign tells the stories of people who have experienced and seen first-hand how serious AFib-related strkoes can be.
Arrhythmia Alliance held its first National Know Your Pulse event in Times Square, New York.
Read moreThe Union County Sheriff’s Office and the Murphysboro Police Department on Oct. 23 each received two Automated External Defibrillators, AEDs, as part of a grant from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation. The AEDs are being distributed in the state through the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police, FOP, State Lodge.
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