Arrhythmia | News & Updates
October 2020 | e-Newsletter
Global AF Aware Week 2020
Monday 16 - Sunday 22 November

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Now is the final chance to have a say on how your treatment and care will look. It's essential that patient thoughts are taken into account, so we urge you to make your voice heard. It takes just five minutes and will enable us to represent you during the consultation process.
To begin the survey today, click here
Patients Day Online
Our Virtual Patients Day 2020 is now LIVE and provides a fantastic opportunity to learn more about your condition, whether that's an arrhythmia, AF, syncope, PoTs or reflex anoxic seizures. Not registered? There’s still time! To access all the talks for only $15, click here
Heart To Heart: A Message From the CEO
Overcoming Challenges
What a tough and challenging time it has been for all of us.
At the start of this year, we were well on our way to planning for another action-packed Patients Day. We all know what happened next — the COVID-19 pandemic hit. We did not know whether to cancel or to wait to see what would happen. Back in March, we had no idea when, or if, things would “get back to normal”...
Get In Rhythm: Stay Informed
Arrhythmia Alliance (A-A) recognized the work and support of three outstanding individuals, and a pioneering team, at the annual Excellence in Practice Awards ceremony last week. The award winners were recognized for their contribution to the research and treatment of arrhythmias. 
"I am not faking being sick. I am faking being well." Living with an invisible illness can be tough. For those living with POTS, and a host of other invisible illnesses, the challenges often extend beyond the physical symptoms. This powerful article for this condition.
If you are at risk of getting flu you are also likely to be more vulnerable to the affects of COVID-19. People in at risk groups are being advised to get a flu shot at the earliest convenience from their healthcare practitioner. This year it is essential that you get your flu shot.
It is critical to stay informed in regards to your health and condition amidst this global pandemic. In this Patients Day talk, Professor Kavi discusses the potential impact of COVID-19 on people with RAS. Register for Patients Day here
Have you attended our virtual Patients Day yet? If so, we would love to hear your view on how it went. We are always looking to improve and provide you with the best experience, so welcome any ideas you may have.
Stories From
the Heart
Vicki's Story - SVT
"For as far back as I can remember, which is probably to around 6 years old, I’ve had regular episodes of SVT. My mom would tell me to lay down and rest, having no idea what was happening..."
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