Michele Straube

I had my annual checkup at the cardiologist’s office a few weeks ago and met with a new PA (physician assistant). She had clearly read my records ...

We’re told that aerobic exercise and strength training are essential to healthy and graceful aging. When you’re having an AFib episode, though, this advice ...

In the first half of the 20th century, coal miners took canaries into the coal mine with them as an early warning system of toxic gases in the air. The canary was more ...

I think of my relationship with my AFib doctor and his staff as a collaboration. Yes, I’m the patient and the doctor is the professional, but our status is more equal...

1979: I was 24 years old, physically active, and just getting started in my career. I was in the hospital to determine why I had bloody pee when the doctors asked ...