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Diabetes and atrial fibrillation risks

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The study also showed that this risk was higher among patients with a longer duration of treated diabetes and poorer glycemic control.

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Tags: Heart Disease, Arrhythmia, Atrial Fibrillation, Diabetes

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Diabetics are 40% more likely to develop atrial fibrillation http://www.theheart.org/article/1071029.do

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Ask your dr about a screen for a type of overactive thyroid that produces no symptoms only other preventable issues. http://t.co/CfAldFv8

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In AF, Women Have A Bigger Risk Of Stroke Than Men - Forbes

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medicalnewstoday.com — “Patients with atrial fibrillation (A-fib) who cannot take blood thinners now have an alternative to reduce their risk of stroke, which is five times more common in people with the rhythm disorder.View full resource at medicalnewstoday.com

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everydayhealth.com — “Having a family history of atrial fibrillation raises your risk for developing this type of irregular heartbeat. Learn how to help prevent atrial fibrillation.View full resource at everydayhealth.com

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