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World Stroke Day 2024

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In honour of World Stroke Day, here are three essential facts about the connection between heart rhythm disorders (arrhythmias) and stroke risk that we hope you find useful:

1️⃣ INCREASED BLOOD CLOT FORMATION: Arrhythmias can disrupt blood flow in the heart, increasing the risk of blood clots forming in the heart that can potentially dislodge to travel around the body to lodge in the brain leading to a stroke.

2️⃣ ATRIAL FIBRILLATION AND STROKE: Individuals with atrial fibrillation (AF) are five times more likely to have a stroke, highlighting the need for effective monitoring and management of the condition.

3️⃣ KNOWING YOUR PULSE IS KEY: Knowing your pulse is vital for reducing stroke risk by detecting irregular heart rhythms early, enabling timely intervention for conditions like atrial fibrillation.

Learn more about managing your heart rhythm disorder and risk of stroke by browsing our many online resources.

Our videos and leaflets are available at: heartrhythmalliance.org/aa/...

Together we can support each other and spread awareness to help improve the lives of those living with arrhythmias ❤️

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