This head position can improve stroke treatment outcome
When someone has a stroke because of a blood clot blocking a major artery in their brain, doctors often perform surgery to remove the...
Strokes can strongly increase the risk of dementia
When someone has a stroke, their chance of developing dementia within the next year could go up by three times, a recent study suggests.
This...
When symptoms suggest a stroke, but it’s something else
What looks and feels like a stroke sometimes isn't. Instead, sudden weakness, difficulty speaking, vision changes, dizziness and other symptoms of a stroke might...
Three things every woman should know about stroke risk
Dr. Tracy Madsen has been studying the topic of women and stroke since beginning her residency in emergency medicine at Brown's Warren Alpert Medical...
Widely used depression drugs safe for people with stroke
Recovering from a stroke is a challenging journey that touches not only physical health but also mental well-being.
Many survivors find themselves battling depression and...
Stroke survivors could have 3 times higher risk of dementia, study finds
A recent study has found a concerning link between stroke and an increased risk of developing dementia.
It shows that this risk is most acute...
This vaccine could reduce risks of heart disease, stroke in older people
Shingles is a painful skin rash caused by the same virus that gives you chickenpox. When you get chickenpox, the virus doesn't completely leave...
Why blood thinners can help fight heart disease, stroke
In the battle against heart disease, blood thinners emerge as critical allies. These medications, pivotal in preventing and treating blood clots, play a vital...
Radon exposure linked to strong stroke risk, study finds
A new study has brought to light a concerning connection between radon exposure and the risk of stroke. It expands our understanding of the...
Promising new drug may reduce recurrent strokes
In a significant development for stroke prevention, an experimental drug designed to block blood-clotting proteins shows potential in lowering the risk of recurrent strokes.
This...