Smartwatches from brands like Apple, Google and Samsung with ECG sensor appear to be a better means of detecting life-threatening heart rhythm disorders than conventional check-ups and medical care, ...

Though the trial demonstrates the feasibility of the approach, future research is needed to assess the clinical impact.

Remote screening with a smartwatch detected new-onset atrial fibrillation more often vs. standard care among patients at ...

Atrial fibrillation is one of the most common kinds of arrhythmia, causing the heart not to contract properly in order to ...

Smartwatches with both PPG and ECG functionality improve the detection of atrial fibrillation in comparison with standard ...

Evidence-based guidance on how diet, nutrients, alcohol, and lifestyle factors influence atrial fibrillation risk and management.

Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is related to inflammation in your body, like other heart disease. Some research suggests that inflammation can cause AFib or make it worse if you already have it. Other ...

Researchers have found in a new study that the novel Lesifter device shows encouraging early efficacy and a favorable safety profile in reducing stroke risk among patients with atrial ...

This week, Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Rachel Kaplan about managing atrial fibrillation. Dr. Kaplan is an Associate Professor ...

Alcohol consumption can lead to a range of health issues, and your risk level can change based on a range of factors.

Atrial fibrillation diagnosed before age 70 years is associated with a 21% increased risk of developing dementia and a 36% higher risk for early-onset forms of the condition, according to the results ...