Asymptomatic atrial fibrillation poses challenges for cardiac care
Atrial fibrillation (AF) can often be asymptomatic, leading to difficulties in diagnosis and untreated risks for morbidity and mortality. The occurrence of paroxysmal AF (PAF), in which the fibrillation event is intermittent, resolves without medical intervention and...
The Burden of Stroke Report translated to Spanish and Italian language
The Burden of Stroke Report, performed by King's College London on behalf of SAFE in May 2017 is now translated to Spanish and Italian language. We would like to thank our partner Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMS), a part of a BMS-Pfizer Alliance for their support in...
Increased risk of atrial fibrillation with congenital heart disease
Patients with congenital heart disease are up to 85 times more likely to suffer from atrial fibrillation as adults. The researchers behind a study, published in the journal Circulation, are now advocating more frequent screenings of the most vulnerable groups. "We...
Scientists uncover why sauna bathing is good for your health
Scientists in Finland have shown that sauna bathing is associated with a variety of health benefits. Using an experimental setting this time, the research group now investigated the physiological mechanisms through which the heat exposure of sauna may influence a...
High doses of vitamin D rapidly reduce arterial stiffness in overweight/obese, vitamin-deficient African-Americans
In just four months, high-doses of vitamin D reduce arterial stiffness in young, overweight/obese, vitamin-deficient, but otherwise still healthy African-Americans, researchers say. Rigid artery walls are an independent predictor of cardiovascular- related disease and...
