Dr. Calkins answers the question: 'Can Atrial Fibrillation Damage My Heart?' — -- Question: Can atrial fibrillation damage my heart in a permanent way, and can it cause a heart attack? Answer ...

By Dr. Sanchari Sinha Dutta, Ph.D. A randomized trial suggests that avoiding coffee after cardioversion may not help, and that modest caffeine intake may actually be associated with fewer atrial ...

A study in the journal Heart shows brisk walking can cut the risk of atrial fibrillation by up to 43%. We spoke to a cardiologist to understand how fast you need to walk and why pace matters.

Atrial fibrillation diagnosed before age 70 years is associated with a 21% increased risk of developing dementia and a 36% higher risk for early-onset forms of the condition, according to the results ...

Alcohol consumption can lead to a range of health issues, and your risk level can change based on a range of factors.

Although Apple Watches cannot identify strokes or offer diagnoses, they can periodically track your heart rate to spot an ...

While Apple Watches cannot detect strokes or provide diagnoses, they can at times monitor your heart rate to detect an ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Metformin, a generic diabetes drug, reduced recurrence of atrial fibrillation among adults who initiated therapy ...