Previous research has indicated that approximately 3 million people in the United States have atrial fibrillation (AFib); however, a 2024 study conducted by researchers from the University of California, San Francisco and published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology has found that AFib is actually three times more prevalent in the U.S. than previously estimated.1
AFib is a condition characterized by an irregular and often rapid heart rhythm, known as an arrhythmia. AFib can lead to the formation of blood clots in the heart, increasing the risk of stroke, heart failure, and other cardiovascular issues. During AFib, the heart’s upper chambers, known as the the atria, beat erratically and out of sync with the lower chambers, known as the ventricles. Many people with AFib may not experience symptoms, but it can cause a fast or pounding heartbeat, shortness of breath, dizziness and fatigue. Episodes of AFib can be intermittent or persistent. While AFib itself is typically not life-threatening, it is a serious condition that requires treatment to reduce the risk of stroke.2
One in Three to Five People Over 45 at Risk for Developing AFib
Estimates of atrial fibrillation prevalence in large populations had not been updated in over 20 years, but recent studies have shown an increase in AFib cases. A review published in February 2024 indicating that about one in three to five people over the age of 45 is at risk for AFib.3 Although AFib is typically seen in adults over 60, studies have indicated a rise in cases among younger individuals.4
The study published in Journal of the American College of Cardiology also found that, over the course of the study, participants with AFib tended to be younger, less likely to be female, and more likely to have high blood pressure and diabetes. Jean Jacques Noubiap, MD, PhD, who led the study, said:
It is likely that atrial fibrillation is diagnosed earlier due to enhanced detection. Increased healthcare utilization among females or patients with various comorbidities such as hypertension and diabetes might heighten their likelihood of having atrial fibrillation diagnosed during their healthcare encounters.5
Nikhil Warrier, MD, a cardiac electrophysiologist and medical director of electrophysiology at MemorialCare Heart & Vascular Institute at Orange Coast Medical Center in Fountain Valley, CA, commented on the study…
It is deeply concerning to see an increased prevalence of AFib in younger patients but known risk factors such as hypertension, obesity, sleep apnea, and alcohol consumption likely play a role here.6
Link Between COVID-19 Disease and AFib
While it is well known that SARS-CoV-2 infections causing COVID-19 disease mainly affects the lungs, Sam Sharma, MD, an electrophysiologist at Vital Heart & Vein in Texas, warns that many people overlook its serious impact on the heart. He explains that COVID can trigger AFib in anyone, regardless of age, overall health, or pre-existing conditions. He stated:
We think that atrial fibrillation is a disease that is triggered by certain types of stresses, sometimes stressors like surgeries, sources like alcohol. But COVID-19 happens to be one of those major stresses that do induce atrial fibrillation. Even after our COVID-19 resolves, the AFib can continue afterwards. So, we see many patients six months to a year later whose COVID-19 symptoms are gone, but now they continue to have atrial fibrillation.7
Increased AFib Following mRNA COVID Shots
A review published in Journal of Interventional Cardiac Electrophysiology in 2022 analyzed data from Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) and showed that a total of 2,611 cases of AFib were reported after COVID shots, with 315 being new cases. By Jan. 7, 2022, 523.12 million vaccine doses had been given, meaning the rate of AFib was about 5 cases per million doses. Of the cases, 1,328 were in males and 1,245 in females, with most patients being 40 or older.8
Additionally, 1,133 cases occurred after the first dose, while 1,214 happened after the second dose. A similar number of cases were reported both within one week and after one week of receiving the shots.
A study conducted in Italy in 2023 found a higher likelihood of AFib being reported after receiving mRNA shots compared to viral vector vaccines. Among the mRNA COVID vaccines, Moderna’s Spikevax showed a higher frequency of AFib related reports than Pfizer/BioNTech’s Comirnaty. Additionally, AFib has been identified as a potential precursor to mRNA COVID vaccine-induced pericarditis. Some case reports also describe new-onset AFib occurring alongside COVID-related myocarditis.9
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Click here to view References:1 Noubiap JJ et al. Minimum National Prevalence of Diagnosed Atrial Fibrillation Inferred From California Acute Care Facilities. Journal of the American College of Cardiology 2024; 84(16): 1501-1508.
2 Mayo Clinic. Atrial Fibrillation.
3 Linz D. et al. Atrial fibrillation: epidemiology, screening and digital health. The Lancet Regional Health – Europe 2024; 37:100786.
4 Pelc C. AFib is 3 times more widespread than doctors thought. Medical News Today Sept. 16, 2024.
5 Ibid.
6 Ibid.
7 Hernandez H. Houston doctor explains COVID-19′s continued impact on heart. Click 2 Houston Jan. 14, 2024.
8 Kumar A. Atrial fibrillation after vaccination for COVID-19: analysis of the vaccine adverse event reporting system. Journal of Interventional Cardiac Electrophysiology 2022; 65(1): 1-2.
9 Ruggiero R et al. COVID-19 Vaccines and Atrial Fibrillation: Analysis of the Post-Marketing Pharmacovigilance European Database. Biomedicines 2023; 11: 1584.
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More slow walking the data and concealing the scale of harm. Don’t worry, the same corrupted persons and institutions whom ruined so many peoples lives and trampled on their rights, is standing by to charge you unaffordable rates and fees to help you manage your new health condition. Modern medicine! Insurance! Product manufacturer liability protections!
The headline should read “Many Diseases Linked to all Vaccinations”
Plandemics can cause a host of health problems like AFib because they induce high stress from scaremongering. You don’t even need a “virus”.
That’s right! You don’t need a virus. The “vaccines” provide all the sickness and death, all in one dirty package.
They don’t mention that less than 1 percent of all vaccine adverse events are reported to VAERS soooooo, they are only missing around 256000 cases in their little study.