Cardiologists break down the seven signs everyone should know.

Medically reviewed byJimmy Almond, M.D. Atrial fibrillation, often referred to as “A-fib,” is an electrical disorder in the heart’s upper chambers that causes an abnormal heart rhythm (arrhythmia) and ...

Wearable technology can make heart rhythm monitoring more accessible, particularly for people whose symptoms come and go.

An "Arrhythmia Leading to Cerebral Infarction" That Cannot Be Overlooked Even When AsymptomaticAtrial fibrillation (AF) is a representative arrhythmia in which the atria beat irregularly, resulting in ...

Smartwatches can monitor heart rhythms and detect irregularities like AFib, but treat their alerts as a prompt for medical ...

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Atrial fibrillation, or AFib, is a fast and irregular heart rhythm that, left untreated, can lead to blood clots, stroke and heart failure. It's the most common type of arrhythmia, a potentially ...

Atrial fibrillation, or A-fib, is an irregular heart rhythm that increases a person’s risk of stroke, heart failure, and even premature death. While many risk factors contribute to A-fib, one stands ...

Adults treated for atrial fibrillation (AFib) who drank a daily cup of coffee were 39% less likely to have an irregular heart rhythm episode compared to those who avoided all caffeinated products, ...

Multifocal atrial arrhythmia is an uncommon type of tachycardia that usually develops in people with certain illnesses. Those with the condition have a heart rate of over 100 beats per minute.

Flossing regularly may lower the risk of some strokes as well as a type of irregular heart rhythm that can increase stroke risk, new research suggests. The findings, which will be presented Wednesday ...

For the third time since June, Lionel Richie is back in the hospital. Representatives for the “All Night Long” singer said he successfully underwent a “common procedure for atrial fibrillation (AFib).