Keeping the Beat Seminar: Understanding Atrial Fibrillation (AFib)

Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) affects over 6 million Americans and increases stroke risk by five times. Many people live with AFib without knowing it until they experience a serious health event. But it doesn't have to be that way. Early detection and proper management can dramatically reduce your risks and help you live a full, active life.

Join leading cardiologists from Monadnock Cardiology Associates for a comprehensive, easy-to-understand seminar on recognizing, managing, and preventing AFib.

What You'll Learn:

Understanding AFib - What happens in your heart during an AFib episode and why it matters
Warning Signs - Recognize symptoms like heart palpitations, shortness of breath, fatigue, and chest discomfort
Risk Factors - How high blood pressure, sleep apnea, diabetes, and lifestyle factors contribute to AFib
Treatment Options - From medications to catheter ablation and other minimally invasive procedures
Lifestyle Strategies - Practical changes that can reduce AFib episodes and protect your heart
When to Seek Care - Know which symptoms require immediate medical attention

This Seminar Is Essential If You:

· Have experienced unexplained heart palpitations or irregular heartbeat

· Have been diagnosed with AFib and want to understand your condition better

· Have risk factors like high blood pressure, diabetes, or sleep apnea

· Are over 65 (AFib risk increases with age)

· Have a family history of heart disease or stroke

· Care for someone living with AFib

· Want to be proactive about your cardiovascular health

Meet Your Expert Presenters:

Robert Spencer, MD and Brooke O'Connor, FNP-C from Monadnock Cardiology Associates bring decades of combined experience in cardiology and AFib management. They specialize in comprehensive cardiac care, from initial diagnosis through advanced interventional treatments, and are committed to helping patients understand and manage their heart health.

You'll Leave With:

· Clear understanding of what AFib is and how it affects your body

· A symptom checklist to monitor your heart health at home

· Questions to ask your doctor about your personal AFib risk

· Lifestyle modification strategies proven to reduce AFib episodes

· Knowledge of treatment paths and what to expect

· Confidence in recognizing when to seek emergency care

· Answers to your specific questions about AFib

Why This Matters:

AFib contributes to approximately 160,000 deaths annually in the United States, primarily through stroke and heart failure. However, with proper awareness, early detection, and appropriate treatment, many of these complications are preventable. Knowledge truly can save lives.

Don't leave your heart health to chance. Early recognition and proactive management can reduce your stroke risk and help you live confidently with AFib. Register today!

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