BHF Live & Ticking June 2022 – Living with Atrial Fibrillation
Our online series of Live & Ticking events keep you updated with the latest BHF science taking place across the UK.
In this edition, we highlight BHF-funded research into atrial fibrillation and the impact the condition has on patients’ lives.
Event speakers:
Fearghal McKinney - Head of BHF Northern Ireland hosts and outlines some of the BHF’s latest news and work taking place across the UK.
Mike Matthews - Diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AF) in 2006 after experiencing an irregular rhythm while in a gym, the ex-military bandsman discusses living with AF and how the condition has impacted his life.
Professor Chris Gale - Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine and BHF-funded researcher at the University of Leeds talks about his research into AF – a dangerous heart rhythm condition and a major cause of stroke.
Joanne Whitmore – BHF Senior Cardiac Nurse answers viewers pre-submitted questions.
Leanne Grech – BHF Research Engagement Manager moderates viewer questions and poses them to our panel of experts.
All information in this video was correct at time of recording.
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