MRI-equipped ambulances may strongly improve stroke care
Stroke is a life-threatening condition where time is of the essence. Rapid treatment significantly improves outcomes, but early diagnosis is crucial.
To address this challenge,...
Lifestyle changes more effective in lowering stroke risk, study finds
A study conducted by Monash University has revealed that lifestyle changes and medication are more effective in reducing the risk of stroke associated with...
Exercise may trigger stroke in these people, study finds
Exercise is generally considered beneficial for health, but for individuals with certain conditions, an elevated heart rate during exercise can be dangerous, according to...
Intensive blood pressure treatment could prevent strokes in older adults
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a stealthy and potentially life-threatening condition that often goes unnoticed due to the absence of symptoms.
It...
High triglyceride levels linked to higher risk of recurrent stroke and heart problems
A new study suggests that people who experience a type of stroke known as atherothrombotic stroke and have higher levels of triglycerides—a type of...
Research shows better high blood pressure treatment in stroke patients
Strokes are a common and serious medical condition that can be life-threatening. When someone has a stroke, their brain doesn't receive enough blood, which...
High-intensity interval training shows promise in stroke recovery
Imagine waking up one day, feeling disoriented, and realizing that something is terribly wrong. That's what happened to Larry Christian when he experienced sudden...
Multiple head injuries, even mild ones, increase the risk of stroke
Even mild head injuries, such as concussions, can raise the risk of ischemic stroke, and the risk becomes even more pronounced when individuals experience...
New brain-wave cap could revolutionize stroke diagnosis in ambulances
Millions of people worldwide suffer from ischemic strokes every year, where a blood clot blocks a blood vessel in the brain, potentially causing severe...
New method reduces heart attacks and strokes over five years, study shows
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are a leading cause of death worldwide, making effective prevention strategies crucial.
A study published in the Journal of the American Medical...