Three ways to protect your heart and brain
Every 40 seconds someone in the U.S. has a stroke and 1 in 4 stroke survivors will have another one.
During May, American Stroke Month,...
Quick action on the golf course resulted in rapid recovery from stroke
George Richards had just hit his tee shot on the sixth hole. He was playing a nine-hole round with the same golfing buddies he...
Scientists find complex role of cholesterol in stroke recovery
Cholesterol is a fatty substance in our bodies that plays crucial roles, including in our cardiovascular health. It's divided into two types: HDL (good...
Flu shots linked to lower stroke risk, study suggests
A stroke is a severe medical condition that occurs when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted, similar to a roadblock stopping traffic.
The...
Intensive blood pressure treatments could prevent stroke in older adults
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common but often silent condition that significantly increases the risk of serious health issues like...
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...