Thyroid problems linked to bone fracture, heart attack, stroke
In a recent study from the University of Gothenburg, scientists found in the hormonal disorder primary hyperparathyroidism, patients’ risk of hip fracture is elevated...
Full vaccination lowers risk for heart disease, stroke after COVID-19
Full vaccination against COVID-19 is associated with a lower risk for heart disease and stroke 31 to 120 days after COVID-19.
‘I need to walk again’: Stroke survivor keeps promise to her husband, who died...
From her hospital bed, Beth Murphy demanded that a television be brought into her room. She needed to see the face of her husband.
Kevin...
Morning exercise linked to lowest risks of heart disease, stroke
It is well established that exercise is good for heart health.
Now in a study from Leiden University, scientists found that morning physical activity is associated...
Even with statins, high triglycerides may increase risk of second stroke
People who have an atherothrombotic stroke and higher levels of triglycerides may have a higher risk of having another stroke or other heart problems.
Why strokes can harm women, men differently
Scientists found the location of the stroke's damage in the brain may help explain why stroke affects men and women differently.
Stroke may cut life expectancy by one third
Stroke is one of the most common causes of hospitalization and disability in Australia and has been linked to risk factors such as high blood...
Moderate to heavy alcohol drinking linked to higher stroke risk
The rate of stroke among young adults has been increasing over the last few decades, and stroke in young adults causes death and serious disability.
In a study from...
Flu vaccine can reduce your risk of stroke
The flu shot is known to reduce the risk of heart attack and hospitalization for people with heart disease.
In a study from the University of Calgary,...
Long-term use of common painkillers may increase risks of heart disease, stroke
Paracetamol was often suggested as a safer alternative to another class of painkillers called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
In a study from the University of...