Blood-thinning drug before procedure in stroke patients reduce death risk
In a study from the University of Bristol and elsewhere, scientists found giving blood thinning drug (thrombolysis) before treatment to remove a clot from...
At 21, her college graduation and a stroke happened on the same day
Marissa Fattore's graduation from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania took place on a warm spring day. For the occasion, Marissa had her nails done and...
Scientists detect a hidden risk factor for stroke
In a study from Mayo Clinic, scientists have used artificial intelligence (AI) to evaluate patients' electrocardiograms (ECGs) in a targeted strategy to screen for...
Antibiotics use linked to heart disease and stroke, study shows
In a recent study, researchers found that older women who use antibiotics for a long time have higher risks of heart attack and stroke.
The...
Avoiding several foods can reduce your heart disease, stroke risk
In a study from Harvard, scientists found that diets high in red and processed meat, refined grains, and sugary beverages can increase the subsequent...
Newer drug could improve outcomes, lower cost in treating stroke
In a study from The University of Texas at Austin, scientists found a newer-generation clot-busting drug called tenecteplase outperforms the traditional treatment for ischemic...
Stopping aspirin when on a blood thinner can lower risk of bleeding
In a study from Michigan Medicine, scientists suggest if you’re already taking one blood thinner, you might not need to take a second one.
In...
Dad’s stroke at 49 inspired daughters to help patients
One Sunday morning at church, Alejandra Rosales Murillo and her four sisters were sitting with their parents when one of the girls noticed their...
She had a stroke during a video call with her congressional representative
Getting ready for her annual meeting with members of Congress to seek more funding for Alzheimer's disease research, Ann Walters Tillery needed strong Wi-Fi...
Take long naps? Sleep more than 9 hours a night? Your stroke risk may...
In a study from Huazhong University of Science and Technology, scientists found people who take long naps during the day or sleep nine or...