The long-term impact of high blood pressure on stroke risk
High blood pressure is well-known for increasing the likelihood of having a stroke.
A study led by Michigan Medicine has highlighted the significant impact of...
Half of people with this heart problem will get heart attack, stroke
In recent years, Atrial Fibrillation (AF) has become a key focus of medical research in the UK.
AF is a condition where the heart beats...
Stroke and brain cancer: Understanding the advances in treatment
Stroke and brain cancer are serious conditions that affect the brain, but they have different causes, symptoms, and treatments.
Knowing the differences and the latest...
Can stroke increase your dementia risk?
Stroke and dementia are two serious health conditions that affect the brain, and research has shown that they are closely linked.
Understanding this connection can...
Stroke survivor went from using a wheelchair to walking again, and started a nonprofit
Eight years ago, Deb Shaw stepped into the shower of her home in Los Gatos, California, and her vision blurred. She wobbled, fell and...
New molecule LK-2 shows promise in reducing stroke-related brain injury
Researchers have discovered a new molecule called LK-2 that could lead to effective treatments for brain injuries caused by strokes.
This groundbreaking discovery was made...
Drinking coffee this way may protect you from heart disease, stroke
A new study from Semmelweis University brings encouraging news for coffee enthusiasts. The research suggests that drinking up to three cups of coffee a...
This vaccine for older people could help prevent heart attack, stroke
Shingles, a painful skin condition caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox, may carry some unexpected risks, according to a recent study.
For those...
Research shows chronic kidney disease linked to high stroke risk
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a major health issue that affects millions of people around the world.
Despite being common, the exact reasons why kidneys...
Understanding the risk factors for hemorrhagic stroke
A hemorrhagic stroke occurs when a blood vessel in the brain bursts, causing bleeding in or around the brain. This type of stroke is...