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CUHK Atrial Fibrillation Day (May 23 & 30)

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Date:

23 May 2015 - 30 May 2015

Time:

10AM - 5PM

Venue:

Lecture Theatre 1, G/F, Yasumoto International Academic Park, CUHK

Admission:

Please fill in the online registration form at http://goo.gl/hspkoZ

Enquiries:

Tel: 3943 3798
Email: cuchampion@cuhk.edu.hk

Event Details:

Atrial Fibrillation (AF) is a kind of abnormal heart rhythm which can lead to stroke. The prevalence of AF grows with the ageing population. Faculty of Medicine, CUHK estimates that nearly 60,000 older people in Hong Kong are suffering from AF without knowing. CUHK will conduct two AF screening days on campus to provide basic electrocardiography (ECG) check, and raise the awareness towards AF among the public.

Synopsis of Lecture:

1. ECG monitoring* 2. Understanding Atrial Fibrillation *Use of portable ECG device. Participants can remain clothed during the monitoring.

Remarks:

Free admission Sign up now! While seats are still available! First come, first served.