Pulse Day: The Simple Check That Could Prevent a Stroke
Unless you follow doctor tweets and cardiology blogs, you may not be aware that 1 March is Pulse Day.
Can Arrhythmias Cause Strokes?
Hearing the word “arrhythmia” can be a worrying experience for many patients. Most of us know what a stroke is. But a heart rhythm condition? That’s unfamiliar territory.
The Impact of Stress on Heart Rhythm: How Stress Management Can Improve Your Condition
Discover how chronic stress can impact your heart rhythm. We explain symptoms, effects, and practical stress management tips to protect your heart health.
Holter Monitor vs. Implantable Loop Recorder: How Do They Differ in Diagnosing Heart Rhythm Problems?
Holter monitors and implantable loop recorders are tiny recording devices that examine your heart’s electrical activity for signs of an irregular or abnormal heart rhythm, such as atrial fibrillation, bradycardia (a slow heart rate) or tachycardia (fast heart rate).
What to Expect During a Holter Monitor Test
If your cardiologist has recommended a Holter monitor test, you might be wondering what’s involved and what to expect.
Driving in Ireland when you have a pacemaker
Did you know you can’t drive yourself home after a pacemaker fitting? Learn the rules for driving with a pacemaker in Ireland.
How Technology is Driving a Revolution in Heart Rhythm Care
One of the exciting things about working in medicine is the way the science keeps…
Pacemaker donation: time to give pacemakers a second life?
Pacemaker donation and explanting may give new life to the device. Learn how a pioneering US project is saving heart patients in the developing world.
Living with a Pacemaker: A Guide to Activities, Restrictions, and Everyday Life
Learn how a pacemaker affects daily life, including activities, travel, and health considerations. Understand the dos and don’ts for living with a pacemaker.
What’s so Special about…Catheter Ablation?
If you or a loved one suffer from a heart condition called atrial fibrillation (AF),…