Why stroke severity matters for memory and thinking
Stroke is often seen as a sudden and dramatic medical event, but its effects can last for many years. While many people focus on...
Scientists discover a surprising cause of stroke in older people
Scientists have made an important new discovery that could change how we understand small brain bleeds, also known as cerebral microbleeds.
These tiny bleeds in...
Promising new drug could prevent repeat strokes more safely
After a person has a stroke, the risk of having another one remains high, especially in the early stages. A stroke occurs when blood...
One simple pill could help prevent heart attacks and strokes
Heart disease is one of the biggest health problems in the world today. It includes conditions like heart attacks, strokes, and heart failure, and...
What a mini-stroke really means and why you should act fast
A mini-stroke, also known as a transient ischemic attack or TIA, is a serious health event that many people do not fully understand. It...
New stroke drug may cut risk without dangerous bleeding
Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and disability worldwide. It happens when blood flow to the brain is blocked or reduced,...
This overlooked blood pressure number could help prevent dementia, stroke
Most people know that blood pressure is important for heart health, but fewer people realize it may also play a key role in keeping...
Simple home program cuts fall risk for stroke survivors by one-third
A new Australian study has found that a simple, home-based program can significantly reduce the risk of falls in people recovering from stroke.
The research,...
Simple drug can prevent strokes in people with silent heart problem
Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and disability around the world. It often happens suddenly and can leave people with long-term...
Brain swelling in first days after stroke may decide life or death
A stroke is a serious event that happens when the brain does not get enough blood. This can be caused by a blockage or...