CoxHealth Foundation Brings Community Together for Mind Your Rhythm: Understanding Atrial Fibrillation

CoxHealth Foundation recently welcomed community members for Mind Your Rhythm: Understanding Atrial Fibrillation (A-Fib), an educational evening focused on heart health, mental well-being and the importance of understanding the factors that influence heart rhythm.

The event provided attendees with an opportunity to learn more about atrial fibrillation, commonly known as A-Fib, while exploring the connection between mental health and cardiovascular health. Through expert presentations and open conversation, participants gained practical insights into how everyday habits, stress and anxiety can affect heart health.

A special thank-you goes to SGC FoodService, our Education Series Sponsor, for making this event possible and for its continued commitment to supporting community health education.

CoxHealth Foundation also extends its gratitude to the featured speakers for sharing their knowledge and expertise:

• Scott Ferreira, MD, Cardiac Electrophysiology
• Christi Nothnagel, PsyD, Psychological Services
• Christopher McGuire, Psychological Services

Together, the speakers helped attendees better understand A-Fib and its impact, while highlighting the important relationship between emotional well-being and heart health. Discussions included how stress and anxiety can influence the body, along with the benefits of mindfulness and healthy daily habits.

Through educational opportunities like the Heart Healthy Education Series, CoxHealth Foundation is proud to connect our community with trusted medical experts and practical information that can make a difference in everyday life.