(NC)—When it comes to stroke awareness and prevention, Canadians still have a lot to learn about atrial fibrillation (AF). AF is the most common form of cardiac arrhythmia, or irregular heartbeat, that affects an estimated 350,000 Canadians and is an established risk factor for stroke and premature death. People with AF have a three-to-five times [...]

(NC)—Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a heartbeat disorder that affects 350,000 or more Canadians, increasing their risk of stroke. Here are the answers to the most frequently asked questions on this condition: What are the symptoms of AF? Some people may experience no symptoms. Others experience: • Fast and/or irregular heartbeat; • Heart palpitations or a [...]

(NC)—Shirley Lisa woke up one morning at her home in Stratford, Ontario and knew something was very wrong. She came downstairs and sat down but her heart was racing and she was worried. She called an ambulance. At hospital, she was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AF). AF is the most common irregular heartbeat problem in [...]

(ARA) – You may already know that heart disease is the No. 1 killer in America, and that factors like obesity increase your risk of developing it. But of all the shocking things you know – or believe you know – about heart disease, here’s the statistic that you might find the most eye-opening: 80 [...]

(ARA) – While heart disease continues to receive a lot of attention, certain myths surrounding the disease persist. A couple of the most common myths are that heart disease is more common in men than women, and that the first signs of a heart attack are the same for both men and women, says Dr. [...]

(ARA) – One of the secrets to enjoying life while aging is to take care of your heart. Heart health is important for Americans to discuss with their doctors, as heart disease is the No. 1 killer of both men and women in the United States. In addition to following a good diet and exercise [...]

(ARA) – The statistics are staggering: As the leading cause of death in the United States, cardiovascular (or heart) disease accounts for more than 2,200 deaths per day, or one every 39 seconds. Furthermore, the American Heart Association (AHA) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention currently estimate that every year about 785,000 Americans will [...]

(ARA) – With heart disease the leading cause of death in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it’s time to listen to your heart and get the right kinds of fats into your daily diet. The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends consuming polyunsaturated fats, specifically omega-3 fatty acids, for heart [...]

(NC)—It’s the central organ of our entire body, but how many of us take our own heart for granted? It operates for us day and night, constantly pumping the necessary oxygen and blood nutrients right up to the brain, and right down to the end of our toes. If you don’t think about your heart [...]

(NC)—Super Bowl Sunday is not just about the game; it’s also about the food. Nachos, wings, subs and pizza are super-loaded with fat, sodium and calories that can leave you to look like a linebacker from your favourite team. Even if you’re not a football fan, pub fare remains a Canadian favourite that will help [...]