This drug may improve recovery in certain stroke patients, study finds
Treating stroke can be especially difficult when patients do not have blockages in large or medium-sized brain vessels. In these cases, standard treatments like...
Both blood pressure numbers can predict heart disease, stroke
If you’ve ever had your blood pressure checked, you’ve probably heard two numbers—like 120 over 80. For years, doctors mostly focused on the top...
What you need to know and do after a mild stroke
A mild stroke, sometimes called a mini-stroke or a transient ischemic attack (TIA), may not cause major damage right away, but it’s a serious...
How to spot a stroke FAST
Recognizing the signs of a stroke quickly can save a life. A stroke happens when blood flow to part of the brain is suddenly...
How long it takes to recover from a stroke
Recovering from a stroke is different for everyone. Some people bounce back quickly, while others may need months or even years to recover.
The length...
Ischemic stroke: what’s the right treatment?
Each year, more than 600,000 Americans have a stroke for the first time.
A stroke occurs when blood flow to part of the brain is...
Spotting a stroke fast can save a life
A stroke is a medical emergency that happens when blood flow to the brain is suddenly blocked or when a blood vessel in the...
Scientists discover a surprising cause of stroke
Scientists from the University of California, Irvine have discovered a surprising new reason for small brain bleeds, also known as cerebral microbleeds. This finding...
Exercise may increase stroke risk for people with blocked neck arteries
Exercise is usually one of the best things you can do for your health. But a new study by researchers at the Indian Institute...
Common risk factors of stroke in women
Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and long-term disability in women. While many people think of stroke as a health problem...