What are common causes of stroke
Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability worldwide, but what exactly leads to a stroke?
This article breaks down the common causes of...
Research shows a new cause of stroke
A comprehensive study from the National University of Ireland has shed light on the factors that might trigger a stroke, suggesting that emotional upsets...
Just as she started a nursing career, 2 strokes changed the course of her...
Precious Guan was excited about her budding nursing career.
Born and raised in California, she finished college there and went to New Hampshire for her...
Why high blood pressure causes headaches
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is often called the "silent killer" because it typically has no symptoms. However, when symptoms do occur, one of...
Three ways to protect your heart and brain
Every 40 seconds someone in the U.S. has a stroke and 1 in 4 stroke survivors will have another one.
During May, American Stroke Month,...
Quick action on the golf course resulted in rapid recovery from stroke
George Richards had just hit his tee shot on the sixth hole. He was playing a nine-hole round with the same golfing buddies he...
Scientists find complex role of cholesterol in stroke recovery
Cholesterol is a fatty substance in our bodies that plays crucial roles, including in our cardiovascular health. It's divided into two types: HDL (good...
Flu shots linked to lower stroke risk, study suggests
A stroke is a severe medical condition that occurs when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted, similar to a roadblock stopping traffic.
The...
Intensive blood pressure treatments could prevent stroke in older adults
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common but often silent condition that significantly increases the risk of serious health issues like...
Picking up a laundry basket, she felt ‘the worst headache ever.’ It was a...
On a sunny spring afternoon, Alma Gonzalez was home alone folding laundry and talking on the phone to her husband, Jose.
She finished the chore...