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Arrhythmia Alliance E-Bulletin |
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“Promoting better understanding, diagnosis, treatment and quality of life for individuals with cardiac arrhythmia” |
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February 2007 |
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Prof. A. John Camm Appointed to Board of Trustees of ACC |
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February 2007 |
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Forthcoming Events |
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Congratulations to Prof A.John Camm, the President of A-A, who has been appointed to the Board of Trustees of the American College of Cardiology. His appointment also marks a first for a non North American to be awarded the position. Visit the ACC to find out more |
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Welcome to our e-bulletin where you can read about the latest research into heart rhythm disorders, useful heart information sources, dates for your diary and more. |
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If you have any links, suggestions for stories to cover in next month’s e-bulletin, or know of any forthcoming events, please email webmaster@arrhythmiaalliance.org.uk |
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Tel: 01789 450787 Email: info@arrhythmialliance.org.uk Address: PO BOX 3697, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire, CV37 8YL |
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Contact us |
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Medical News |
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Arrhythmia in the News |
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Fast Acting 1st Aiders could save your life Wireless Pulsating heart-pump has potential for implants What you should expect if the worst was to happen Phil Jolly to run the marathon to raise awareness of heart abnormalities that can cause sudden death. Female Predominance Found in Transmission of Long-QT Syndrome Quest for battery-free pacemaker Silent Killers, discussed loudly Coroners 'to force action' on sudden deaths Keyhole heart surgery first for UK Innovative CRTs Track Heart Patients Progress from Home |
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Arrhythmia Alliance Regional Meetings 2007 |
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The meetings will consider developments that have taken place since the launch of the CHD NSF for arrhythmias and Sudden Cardiac Death. Places are limited, so book soon to avoid disappointment. The date for the Midlands meeting has been changed to the 29th March South West: 23rd February London: 6th March North-West: 16h March |
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Arrhythmia Awareness Week 2007 |
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Following the huge success of our Awareness Week in 2006, we are pleased to announce that a date has been agreed for AAAW07. This will be held during the week of 11th – 17th June. If you would like further information please visit www.aaaw.org.uk (which will be updated on a regular basis) and/or contact Carole Ellis. |
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The new Arrhythmia Alliance website is now online and can be visited at www.arrhythmiaalliance.org.uk. This website contains extensive information on arrhythmias and is updated on a regular basis. |
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New Arrhythmia Alliance website |
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Remember, if members would like to communicate with other sufferers, offer support and exchange information they can do so by joining our moderated A-A Community Forum. Click on "Register" to apply. |
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New A-A online Forum |
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A-A website Medical Professionals Area |
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A-A is pleased to announce a new service for our medical professional members in the form of a dedicated area on our A-A website. As a Medical Professional Member of A-A you will be able to access our secure area via our website and find specifically tailored information and advice relevant to professionals caring for arrhythmia patients. You can also participate in our online forum, view and download our patient information leaflets and much more. To join A-A and our new Medical Professionals Area click here If you are already a paid member of A-A, email for a password and username |
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International Summit on Syncope: State of the Art 2007 |
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The International Summit on Syncope will bring together international experts in the field of syncope to discuss this challenging medical condition...Read More |
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ICD and Arrhythmia Patient Support Groups |
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If you run, intend to start, attend or know of an ICD or other arrhythmia Patient Support Group in your area, please e-mail the contact details to info@arrhythmiaalliance.org.uk The Arrhythmia Alliance, in conjunction with the DoH NHRMD Taskforce, is working on producing guidelines to establish Information & Support Groups, and to provide training and material to healthcare professionals and trained volunteers on how to run a successful group. If you or anyone you know are interested in receiving further information please contact us. |
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Drug-Induced Arrhythmia Risk Evaluation (DARE) |
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The DARE Study aims to recruit patients and controls (prospectively in England) to examine this phenomenon and evaluate the importance of predisposing epidemiological and genetic factors. |
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Heart Rhythm Congress 2007 is to take place between the 29th—31st October 2007. For more information and to register your interest visit: www.heartrhythm.org.uk |
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Heart Rhythm Congress 2007 |
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First ICD Implant in the Channel Islands |
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This surgical first in Jersey has saved the life of 75 year-old Captain Frank Lawrence allowing him to continue his life long passion of long-distance running. Dr Andrew Mitchell performed the 90 minute operation, stopping Mr Lawrence’s heart and implanting the defibrillator. It is one of many new procedures he is hoping to bring to Jersey in order to save the patients having to travel to England. |
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Fundraising for Arrhythmia Alliance |
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Arrhythmia Alliance is achieving its aims and objectives but we need your help to continue increasing awareness and promoting better understanding, diagnosis and quality of life for individuals with cardiac arrhythmia. We require funds to continue to grow and to provide services to meet the challenges ahead. We need your help. Please click here for ideas on how to raise funds for A-A |
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STARS-Shine a Light on Education |
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The education website material is currently undergoing approval by the medical professionals, but will be up and running in the next two months. We must once again make a plea for volunteer action...Read More |
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Case Studies Required |
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We need more cases relaying simple accounts of your experiences with arrhythmias for our website. Read My Ablation Experience for an example. |
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Press Clippings |
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· Effective Health Information—The Key Issues—Wednesday 28th February 2007, Novotel Convention Centre, London. The second annual patient information forum conference provides an important opportunity to learn from the many different ways that organisations and individuals are succeeding in providing effective information for patients, their carers and the public · Rhythm Congress: Arrythmias and Heart Failure—15th-17th June 2007, Cannes, France · 34th International Congress on Electrophysiology, and 48th Symposium on Vectorcardiography—27th—30th June 2007, Istanbul · Anatomy for Electrophysiologists - 2nd-3rd July 2007, Royal Brompton & Harefield. This 2-day course aims to provide the foundation for understanding the anatomy of the heart and spatial relationships of cardiac structures as viewed by Cardiac Electrophysiologists · Medical Futures Cardiovascular Innovation Awards—These Awards are run on a not-for-profit basis and help to identify, promote and reward innovators in Cardiology and Vascular surgery. · 34th International Congress on Electrocardiology, and 48th International Symposium on Vectorcardiography · Board of the British Society of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance (BSCMR) 2nd Annual Meeting · British Society of Medical Managers January-May 2007, various parts of the UK · Europrevent 2007—Madrid, Spain. 19th-21st April 2007— EuroPrevent is an international platform bringing together cardiologists, scientists and other health workers with a specific interest in the fields of Basic Science, Cardiac Rehabilitation, Epidemiology & Public Health. · ESC Congress 2007—1st-5th September 2007. Now accepting Abstract submissions here · SADS UK—Patient Support Seminar –21st April 2007 · Venice Arrhythmia 2007— 7th-10th October 2007, Venice, Italy. · UKCRN course availability listing A complete list of UKCRN’s courses for 2007 can be found here. |