Heart’s stretching ability may help predict stroke and dementia risk
A new study from the University of Minnesota Medical School has found that how well a part of the heart called the left atrium...
Could a new drug help prevent heart attacks and strokes?
A new drug in clinical trials is showing promise in lowering a key genetic risk factor for heart attacks and strokes—something no existing treatment...
This drug reduces risk of heart attacks and stroke in type 2 diabetes
A new international clinical trial has shown that the oral form of semaglutide, a medication already known for managing type 2 diabetes, can significantly lower...
17 risk factors may link stroke, dementia, and depression in later life
A new review has found that stroke, dementia, and depression in older adults share many of the same risk factors—17 in total. This means...
More Americans are dying at home from stroke, study finds
A new nationwide study reveals that a growing number of Americans are dying at home from ischemic stroke, a trend that reflects both changing...
A simple pill could help prevent heart attacks and strokes
A team of researchers from Tehran University of Medical Sciences has found a simple and affordable way to lower the risk of serious heart...
AI eye scan can help find heart disease and stroke risks
A new study has shown that artificial intelligence (AI) can help doctors detect the risk of heart attacks and strokes simply by scanning a...
Hospitalizations for common cause of stroke increases five times
A new study has revealed a dramatic increase in the number of people hospitalized in the United States for cervical artery dissection—a serious condition...
Screening for irregular heartbeats and high blood pressure could prevent strokes
A group of 29 international medical experts is calling for a major change in how we screen for heart disease.
In a recent review published...
17 simple lifestyle changes can prevent stroke, dementia, depression
As people grow older, many worry about conditions like stroke, dementia, and depression later in life. These brain-related diseases can deeply affect memory, movement,...