This blood pressure number may help identify dementia and stroke risk
A recent study by scientists at the University of Miami highlights the importance of the lower number in a blood pressure reading, known as...
How to recognize and respond to a mini stroke (TIA)
A Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), often called a "mini stroke," is a brief episode of symptoms similar to a stroke. While a TIA does...
New mom spent 3 weeks in a coma after massive stroke
After Erin Adelekun delivered her daughter Adenike, she went home with a mild headache. Her doctor wasn't worried, so she wasn't either. Erin took...
Months after a serious stroke, he was back to drawing caricatures
A loud ringing and bright light jolted Adam English awake. Then he felt the bizarre sensation of a zipper closing from ear to ear...
How to halt heart attack and stroke
A heart attack or stroke can happen within seconds. Getting treatment fast for these medical emergencies can mean the difference between life and death...
Preventing stroke with diet and exercise
A stroke happens when blood flow to the brain is blocked or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts. It’s a leading cause...
Study shows a surprising link between stroke and chronic kidney disease
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a growing health problem worldwide, affecting millions of people. This condition leads to the gradual loss of kidney function,...
After a stroke at age 30, she had to learn how to walk again
Every morning at 8 a.m., Honey German calls her husband, Nuni.
He goes to work much earlier than her, so they've made a routine of...
Irregular sleep patterns may raise your risk of heart attack and stroke
Getting enough sleep is important, but new research shows that sticking to a regular sleep schedule may be even more crucial for heart health.
A...
What causes mini-strokes and how to prevent them
A mini-stroke, also known as a transient ischemic attack (TIA), happens when blood flow to part of the brain is briefly interrupted.
Unlike a stroke,...