Scientists Discover a New Way to Prevent Heart Attacks and Strokes
Heart attacks and strokes are among the leading causes of death worldwide. In most cases, these serious medical emergencies happen when blood vessels become...
Scientists Find Hidden Trigger Behind Brain Bleeding in Older People
For many years, doctors have believed that most brain hemorrhages begin when blood vessels become weak, damaged, or break apart.
Conditions such as high blood...
“Magic Mushroom” Compound May Help the Brain Recover After Stroke
Scientists in Hungary have discovered that a natural compound called DMT may help protect the brain after a stroke.
DMT, short for dimethyltryptamine, is best...
Hidden Mouth Bacteria May Raise Stroke Risk and Make Recovery Worse
Scientists in Japan have discovered that a common type of bacteria usually found in the mouth and digestive system may be linked to a...
Bright Lights at Night Could Greatly Increase Risks of Heart Attack, Stroke, Heart Failure
Many people use bright lights late at night without thinking much about it. Some scroll through their phones in bed, fall asleep with the...
Doctors urged to treat high cholesterol earlier to prevent heart attacks and strokes
Doctors should begin treating high cholesterol earlier and more aggressively than in the past, according to a new medical perspective written by researchers from...
Doctors urged to treat high cholesterol earlier to prevent heart attacks and strokes
Doctors should begin treating high cholesterol earlier and more aggressively than in the past, according to a new medical perspective written by researchers from...
This overlooked blood marker could quietly raise your risk of stroke and death
When people think about heart health, they usually focus on things like cholesterol levels, diet, and exercise. Doctors often talk about LDL cholesterol as...
When exercise may increase your stroke risk
Exercise is often called one of the best ways to stay healthy. It can help people control weight, improve heart health, lower stress, and...
Simple signs of weakness may predict stroke risk years earlier
Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and long-term disability around the world. It happens when blood flow to part of the...