This vaccine may help prevent heart attacks and strokes in older people
Shingles is a painful rash caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. After a person has chickenpox, the virus doesn’t leave the body...
She survived a stroke at 21. Now, she helps other survivors find meaning in...
The spring of Molly Buccola's senior year at Santa Clara University, she ran the Los Angeles marathon. The next month, she and her boyfriend...
Scientists say lifestyle changes could prevent thousands of strokes worldwide
A serious but often overlooked type of stroke—called subarachnoid hemorrhage—could be prevented in many cases through better public health efforts and personal lifestyle changes,...
Can stress lead to a stroke? Here’s what you should know
Stroke is a major cause of death and disability in the United States, and while most people are aware of risk factors like high...
Common stroke symptoms in people with diabetes
Strokes are a major health risk for people around the world, but the risk is especially high for individuals with diabetes. In fact, people...
Moderate coffee drinking may reduce risk of stroke and heart disease
A recent study conducted by researchers at Semmelweis University has brought good news for coffee lovers. According to their findings, drinking up to three...
Iron deficiency anemia linked to higher stroke risk in young adults
A new study published in the journal eJHaem has found that iron deficiency anemia (IDA) significantly raises the risk of ischemic stroke in young adults. This...
Depression after stroke can affect health for a decade
People who experience depression after a stroke may face serious health risks for up to a decade, according to a new study from King's...
Fatigue can last up to one year after a mini-stroke
A transient ischemic attack (TIA), often called a mini-stroke, is a temporary blockage of blood flow to the brain that typically causes symptoms like...
How bilingual brains recover from stroke and language loss
When you speak, your brain is hard at work. Different parts of your brain activate to help you understand words, make sense of their...