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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