Did you know that  Atrial Fibrillation,  the most common heart rhythm disorder and affects 11 million people across Europe. It is a heart condition that causes an irregular and often abnormally fast heart rate and  is associated with a 5 times greater risk of stroke. AFib or AF ( as it is also known) is a very common cause of disabling stroke in Ireland, affecting tens of thousands of people,  with the vast majority being unaware of it. 

‘The good news is that even though Atrial Fibrillation (AF) is a serious heart rhythm disorder it can be treated with medicines and medical procedures to regulate your heartbeat and reduce your risk of stroke. Although AFib is a long-term condition, if managed correctly, you can continue to lead a long and active life’ says Dr Lisa Hynes Head of Health Programmes at Croí.  

If you would like to learn more about this condition ,it’s  signs, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment we invite you to join our ‘Fingers on the Pulse for AFib Awareness’  webinar on June 15th 7 – 8pm.  

This is a FREE webinar, which is supported by GetSmartAboutAFib and will take place online via Zoom on, Thursday, June 15th  from 7-8pm. 

Expert speakers include:

• Dr Stephen Tuohy, Consultant Cardiologist and Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Galway Clinic and Bon Secours Galway.
• Ann Malone, who will share her lived experience of Atrial Fibrillation.
• Annie Costelloe, Croí Head of Patient & Community Engagement will moderate the session.

Register