Olympian and Irish ‘Champion of Champions’ still challenging his body at 85

When you picture a heart attack you may think of someone clutching their chest, but in reality, this may not always be the case. Knowing the signs of a heart attack, in both women and men, may save a life. What is a heart attack? The coronary arteries supply your heart muscles with oxygen containing … Continued

Why is atrial fibrillation important? Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common abnormality of cardiac rhythm, affecting at least 3% of Irish adults over 60, and 6% over 70 years of age. The risk of developing AF is very much associated with age and the worldwide prevalence of AF has been rising. AF is a … Continued