New stroke drug could speed recovery, study finds
A newly approved clot-busting drug for treating strokes may work just as well as the long-used standard medication—and it could offer key advantages for...
Understanding common causes of mini-strokes
A mini-stroke, also called a transient ischemic attack (TIA), happens when the blood flow to the brain is briefly blocked. Although the symptoms are...
This vaccine may help prevent heart attacks and strokes
Shingles, a painful skin condition caused by the varicella-zoster virus (the same virus that causes chickenpox), may pose serious health risks beyond just a rash.
A recent...
Smoking linked to higher risk of stroke in these people
A new study has found that smoking, particularly heavy smoking, is linked to a higher risk of cryptogenic ischemic stroke (CIS) in young adults....
Chronic stress may increase stroke risk, study finds
People who live with long-term stress may have a higher risk of stroke, according to a new study published in Neurology. The research focused on...
Common blood thinner may prevent strokes, study finds
A new study has revealed that apixaban, a commonly used blood thinner, could help prevent strokes in people with a little-known heart condition called...
New study finds new blood marker for stroke and brain injury
Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have found that a molecule called glial fibrillary acidic protein (GFAP) rises significantly in the blood after patients undergo high-intensity focused...
A simple pill could reduce heart attacks and strokes
Researchers from Tehran University of Medical Sciences have found a simple and affordable way to reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and heart...
Physical activity may lower risk of dementia, stroke, and mental diseases
A new study suggests that people who engage in moderate to vigorous physical activity are less likely to develop dementia, stroke, anxiety, depression, and sleep disorders. The research, published...
Half of people with irregular heartbeat will get heart attack, stroke
Atrial Fibrillation (AF) is a heart condition that causes an irregular and often fast heartbeat. It affects many people and increases the risk of...