‘Bad cholesterol’ increases your risk of heart attack and stroke
Even though we have medicines to help lower high cholesterol, heart disease is still the leading cause of death in the United States.
Scientists at...
She was back on the improv stage 6 months after a stroke at 44
amie Stevens went back home to Garnett, Kansas, for her grandmother's funeral and to spend time with her family.
After watching her niece's soccer game,...
Statins may reduce stroke risk for people with heart rhythm problems
Atrial Fibrillation, or AFib, is a heart condition that makes you more likely to have a stroke. People with AFib have irregular heartbeats, which...
Even a mild head injury is linked to higher stroke risk, study finds
Head injuries are a cause for concern, often leading to hospital visits and recovery periods.
However new research is indicating that these injuries could have...
Statins may lower risk of second stroke, new study finds
For many people recovering from a stroke, the fear of experiencing another one is a constant concern.
A new study suggests that taking cholesterol-lowering drugs...
Blood thinners may not prevent stroke in these people, study finds
Our hearts are incredible machines, but sometimes they can go a bit offbeat.
Thanks to modern technology like heart rate monitors and smartwatches, we can...
Heart failure at 39, then a stroke. Now she wants to help fellow survivors...
Brooke Bognanni had been struggling with abdominal pain for about six weeks when she fit in a visit with her longtime physician.
While describing her...
It is dangerous to lower blood pressure after removing blood clots, study finds
Background: The Dilemma of Managing Blood Pressure in Stroke Patients
Lowering systolic blood pressure is a common practice among healthcare professionals for managing patients after...
Stroke risk from high blood pressure and diabetes may decrease with age
High blood pressure and diabetes are two well-known factors that can increase a person's risk of having a stroke.
However, a new study suggests that...
Coffee and tea could lower stroke and dementia risk, study finds
Good news for coffee and tea lovers! A recent study says that drinking a moderate amount of these beverages may lower your chances of...