Atrial fibrillation raises stroke risk fivefold. But what if blood thinners are too dangerous after a brain bleed or major fall? A new monthly injection, abelacimab, may prevent strokes without the bleeding risk of traditional anticoagulants. Is this the future for AFib patients who can’t take blood thinners? Cardiologist Dr. Alain Bouchard discusses this groundbreaking drug with Dr. Charles V. Pollack, a consultant clinical scientist and professional educator with Novartis, owner of abelac...
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Atrial fibrillation raises stroke risk fivefold. But what if blood thinners are too dangerous after a brain bleed or major fall? A new monthly injection, abelacimab, may prevent strokes without the bleeding risk of traditional anticoagulants. Is this the future for AFib patients who can’t take blood thinners? Cardiologist Dr. Alain Bouchard discusses this groundbreaking drug with Dr. Charles V. Pollack, a consultant clinical scientist and professional educator with Novartis, owner of abelac...
Embracing a Healthy Lifestyle: A Shield Against Heart Disease
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1 year ago
Embracing a Healthy Lifestyle: A Shield Against Heart Disease
In a world inundated with conflicting health messages and sedentary lifestyles, the concept of living a healthy life can seem elusive. Yet, amidst the chaos, lies a simple truth: the choices we make each day profoundly shape our well-being and longevity. Dr Alain Bouchard, MD discusses with Dr. Martha Gulati, Director of Prevention & Associate Director of the Barbra Streisand Women's Heart Center, and the President-Elect of the American Society for Preventive Cardiology.
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Atrial fibrillation raises stroke risk fivefold. But what if blood thinners are too dangerous after a brain bleed or major fall? A new monthly injection, abelacimab, may prevent strokes without the bleeding risk of traditional anticoagulants. Is this the future for AFib patients who can’t take blood thinners? Cardiologist Dr. Alain Bouchard discusses this groundbreaking drug with Dr. Charles V. Pollack, a consultant clinical scientist and professional educator with Novartis, owner of abelac...
