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NIPC Series: World Stroke Day in Collaboration with Stroke Prevention and Atrial Fibrillation Ireland (SPAFI)

Join the next NIPC Series, in collaboration with Stroke Prevention and Atrial Fibrillation Ireland (SPAFI), “Every Beat Counts: Preventing Stroke Through Earlier Detection and Better Management of Atrial Fibrillation”, an interactive World Stroke Day webinar taking place on Thursday, 29 October 2026.

Designed for healthcare professionals, this expert-led session will explore the latest evidence and practical strategies to improve atrial fibrillation (AF) detection, optimise clinical management and reduce the risk of stroke. Bringing together leading specialists in cardiology, electrophysiology and primary care, the webinar will examine the critical link between AF and stroke prevention, contemporary approaches to rhythm control, and opportunities to identify AF earlier in the care pathway. The programme will also incorporate lived experience, highlighting the realities of living with AF and the importance of effective stroke-risk management.

Topics include:

• AF and Stroke: The Prevention Opportunity We Cannot Miss
• Rhythm Control in 2026: Translating Evidence into Practice
• Finding AF Before Stroke Finds the Patient: Detection, Screening and the Critical Role of Primary Care
• More Than a Diagnosis: Living with AF and the Reality of Stroke Risk
• Ask the Experts: Translating Evidence into Better Stroke Prevention

Speaker Include:

• Prof Jennifer Jones, NIPC Director of Training and Education
• Dr Stephen Tuohy, Consultant Cardiologist and Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Blackrock Health and Bon Secours, Galway
• Dr Ruairi Waters, Co-Chair SPAFI
• Dr Faizan Rathore, Consultant Electrophysiologist, Beacon Hospital
• Dr Eamonn O’Shea, ICGP Lead for Cardiovascular Disease
• Fiona Connaughton, Patient Advocate

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The organisation of this NIPC Series has been funded by third party sponsors, however, none of these sponsors have had any influence over the educational/scientific content of presentations or the agenda.

About the Series

The NIPC Series of free webinars is focused on promoting active lifestyles and supporting the prevention and management of heart disease, stroke, obesity and diabetes. These webinars provide healthcare professionals with the opportunity to engage directly with leading national and international experts through dynamic panel discussions and live Q&A sessions. 

Each webinar focuses on cutting-edge issues in cardiovascular care and preventive medicine. Previous webinars have explored pivotal topics such as the latest ESC blood pressure guidelines, heart failure management, atrial fibrillation, menopause-related cardiovascular risk and acute coronary syndrome.  

Led by prominent experts, including guideline writers, cardiologists, and specialist nurses, offering case-based strategies and live Q&A to help clinicians implement best practices in their daily practice. 

Keep an eye on this page for announcements and registration details for all upcoming NIPC Series webinars. To watch recordings of previous webinars simply login or join the NIPC Alliance (it’s free to join).