How to spot and survive a stroke: What you need to know
In the past, strokes were treated after the damage was done. Patients often faced serious disabilities, and recovery focused on rehabilitation.
That changed in 1996...
How to survive a stroke
In the not-so-distant past, doctors treated strokes in an after-the-fact way. A stroke did its damage, and then—if the patient survived—a rehabilitation team stepped...
Scientists find three big risk factors for stroke
A new study highlights three major risk factors that not only increase the likelihood of having a stroke but also raise the chances that...
How high blood pressure increases risks of stroke and dementia
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide.
While it might not seem serious at first, having high...
People with heart problems have much higher risk of heart attack, stroke
A heart condition called atrial fibrillation (AF) has become a major focus for medical researchers in the UK. AF causes the heart to beat...
This weight-loss drug may reduce heart attack risk in stroke survivors
A recent study has shown that the weight-loss drug Ozempic, along with other medications in its class, may significantly lower the risk of heart...
Higher temps may boost your stroke risk, study finds
According to a new study, short-term exposure to high ambient temperatures may significantly increase the risk of stroke among people aged 18 to 64...
Michigan fan saved after wife recognizes stroke at football game
A fan who suffered a stroke while cheering at a University of Michigan football game is celebrating a full recovery thanks to a comprehensive...
Why being slightly overweight might help stroke recovery
Scientists from Kobe University have found that stroke survivors who are slightly overweight tend to have fewer disabilities after their recovery.
This discovery builds on...
How intensive blood pressure treatment could prevent strokes in older adults
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a serious condition that can quietly lead to heart attacks, strokes, and other health problems. Many people with...