This sleep problem linked to recurrent heart attack, stroke
Scientists from the University of Oslo found that nearly half of heart disease patients have insomnia.
The findings suggest that heart patients should be assessed for insomnia...
Stroke can reduce life expectancy by one third
Scientists from the University of Queensland found that almost two-thirds of acute stroke patients fail to survive more than a decade and have a...
At 38, she had two strokes in one day
Even though her neck was throbbing, Saundra Minge invited her 7-year-old nephew and 3-year-old niece over for a Labor Day swim. She chalked up...
This robot could help surgeons treat stroke remotely
MIT engineers have developed a telerobotic system to help surgeons quickly and remotely treat patients experiencing a stroke or aneurysm.
With a modified joystick, surgeons...
Can you recognize a heart attack or stroke?
How would you react to a medical emergency? When it comes to life-threatening conditions like heart attack or stroke, every minute counts.
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In women, different stroke symptoms may make them harder to detect early
Scientists from The George Institute for Global Health found that although the 'classic' early signs of a stroke such as problems with movement and...
This artery number linked to higher risks of heart attack, stroke
Scientists from Erasmus MC found that the diameter of the thoracic aorta is a biomarker for heart attacks and other adverse cardiovascular events in...
12-year-old’s stroke revealed an undiagnosed congenital condition
Ten days before his 13th birthday, Trenden Johnston spent the afternoon doing yardwork and bouncing on a trampoline. So when his mom left to...
This type of tai chi may boost stroke recovery
Scientists found a seated form of traditional martial art can help stroke survivors regain strength and balance and help relieve depression symptoms as well...
Eye photos can help predict stroke, dementia, early death
Scientists from Mayo Clinic found that pictures of the retina may someday provide early warning signs that a person is at an increased risk...