Heat, pollution, and a changing climate are raising stroke risk around the world
Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and disability worldwide.
It happens when blood flow to the brain is interrupted, either by a...
One daily pill could lower repeat stroke risk by 40%
Recovering from a stroke is often only the first step in a long journey. Many patients who survive a stroke remain at risk of...
New drug may restore movement after stroke
Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and disability worldwide. It happens when blood flow to the brain is suddenly blocked, causing...
Study finds a new stroke treatment
A stroke happens suddenly, often without warning.
It begins when blood flow to part of the brain is blocked, cutting off oxygen and nutrients that...
Two popular cholesterol drugs can both effectively prevent heart attacks, strokes
Many people around the world take medicines to control their cholesterol levels. Cholesterol is a fatty substance in the blood. When levels of “bad”...
A simple 3-in-1 pill may help prevent another stroke
Stroke is one of the most serious health problems in the world. It can happen suddenly and often leads to long-term disability or death....
How a stroke can change the brain over time
A stroke is a serious medical event that happens when blood flow to part of the brain is blocked or reduced.
When this happens, brain...
Why stroke severity matters for memory and thinking
Stroke is often seen as a sudden and dramatic medical event, but its effects can last for many years. While many people focus on...
Scientists discover a surprising cause of stroke in older people
Scientists have made an important new discovery that could change how we understand small brain bleeds, also known as cerebral microbleeds.
These tiny bleeds in...
Promising new drug could prevent repeat strokes more safely
After a person has a stroke, the risk of having another one remains high, especially in the early stages. A stroke occurs when blood...