Picking up a laundry basket, she felt ‘the worst headache ever.’ It was a...
On a sunny spring afternoon, Alma Gonzalez was home alone folding laundry and talking on the phone to her husband, Jose.
She finished the chore...
What’s the connection between diabetes and stroke
Diabetes and stroke are two major health concerns that significantly impact millions of lives around the world.
Understanding the link between these conditions is crucial...
How brain connectivity is disrupted by inflammation after a stroke
When people suffer from conditions like stroke or Alzheimer’s, their brains often become inflamed.
This inflammation is damaging and can lead to severe cognitive problems...
Climate change linked to rising stroke risk
In recent research published on April 10, 2024, in the online version of Neurology, scientists have drawn a line connecting the dots between climate...
Strokes pose a greater risk to women
Stroke ranks as a leading cause of death worldwide, with its impact differing significantly between men and women. In the United States, stroke stands...
Vaccination for shingles may prevent heart disease, stroke
Shingles is more than just a painful rash; it's a condition with deep roots and surprising risks, as revealed by recent research.
This skin problem,...
Blood thinner drug prevents strokes in hidden heart issues
In a recent study that has caught the attention of many, researchers have found a promising way to prevent strokes in people with a...
Some neighborhoods linked to a greater risk for heart and stroke
Living in areas with lots of pollution and joblessness might make people more likely to get heart disease and even double their chances of...
2 strokes in a month at 27 left her partially paralyzed. Now 31, she...
Molly Fitzgerald woke up one fall morning with intense pain in her neck. It was so bad she thought about going to the emergency...
Virtual rehabilitation can boost stroke recovery
Recovering from a stroke can be a challenging journey, especially when it comes to regaining the ability to move one's lower body.
This difficulty often...