Intense walking program could improve stroke recovery
A new study shows that a structured walking program with increasing intensity, combined with regular physical therapy, can greatly improve mobility and quality of...
Popular sugar substitute may increase stroke risk
Erythritol, a sweetener found in many “sugar-free” and low-carb foods, may not be as safe as once thought.
A new study from the University of...
Younger adults face higher stroke risk from these factors
Younger adults under the age of 50 may face a higher risk of stroke from less common causes like migraines and other medical conditions,...
What you need to know about mini strokes
A Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), often called a mini-stroke, happens when stroke-like symptoms appear but then go away quickly, usually within a few minutes.
Even...
Stroke risk in women: what you should know
Stroke is a serious medical emergency that happens when blood flow to the brain is blocked or when a blood vessel in the brain...
Do these things to lower your stroke risk
blood flow to the brain is blocked or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts.
While some risk factors, like age and family history,...
Poor sleep and inflammation triple depression risk in older adults, UCLA study finds
Older adults who struggle with insomnia may face more than just restless nights—they could also be at a much higher risk for depression, especially...
Eye scans could help predict heart attacks and strokes years in advance
A simple eye scan may soon help doctors predict who is at risk of having a heart attack or stroke—up to ten years in...
How ChatGPT is giving stroke survivors a new way to communicate
A new approach using generative AI, such as ChatGPT, is offering fresh hope to people with aphasia—a language disorder that affects speech, writing, and...
Natural ways to lower your risk of stroke
Stroke is a serious medical condition that happens when blood flow to the brain is interrupted.
This can cause brain damage, disability, or even death....