World Heart Day
Feel the beat your whole life. Protect this gift.
I believe World Heart Day is every day, but is often celebrated on September 29.
Celebrate the miracle of the heart beat that continues for many years and millions of cycles pumping our blood. Its time to learn more and also pause and be grateful that this miracle is in your body and more durable than almost anything purchased and used by humans.
Learn it:
Listen and watch as Dr. Rob explains key points to know.
Dr. Rob’s Transcript
The beat goes on. This is atrial fibrillation, a condition where the heart rhythm is irregular. Normally, the heart beats in a regular rhythm with signals starting in the atria, the upper chambers of the heart. In atrial fibrillation, those signals become chaotic, and the atria quiver instead of beating properly.
Blood doesn’t flow through as it should, which can lead to clot formation. If a clot travels to the brain, it can cause a stroke. That’s why atrial fibrillation is such an important condition to recognize and treat.
Symptoms can include palpitations, shortness of breath, fatigue, and dizziness. Some people may not even feel it, which makes screening important. Treatments include medicines to slow or regulate the heartbeat, blood thinners to reduce stroke risk, and sometimes procedures to restore a normal rhythm.
Lifestyle changes also play a role—managing blood pressure, eating healthy, staying active, and avoiding smoking or excess alcohol all help reduce risk. The beat goes on, but with atrial fibrillation, it needs guidance to stay steady.
Live It:
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