Many older Americans need long travel for a neurologist
Getting medical care is hard enough, but for many older Americans—especially those in rural areas—seeing a brain specialist can mean taking a long trip.
A...
How chronic kidney disease is linked to stroke
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a serious health problem that affects millions of people around the world.
Even though it’s common, doctors still don’t fully...
Shingles vaccine may prevent heart attack and stroke
Shingles is a painful skin condition that many people don’t expect to face later in life. But for those who’ve had chickenpox as a...
Intensive blood pressure treatment may prevent strokes in older people
High blood pressure is often called a “silent killer.”
This is because most people don’t feel sick when they have it, but it can still...
Migraine headaches may double stroke risk
Strokes are often thought of as a problem for older adults, but a new study shows that young people under the age of 50...
Eating ultra-processed foods may raise risk of memory problems and stroke
A new study suggests that eating more ultra-processed foods—like chips, cookies, and soft drinks—may raise your risk of having memory problems and strokes.
The research...
Processed foods may raise risk of stroke and memory problems
A new study has found that people who eat more ultra-processed foods—such as soft drinks, chips, cookies, and packaged breads—may face a greater risk...
Study finds surprising cause of brain bleeds in older people
In a major breakthrough, scientists from the University of California, Irvine, have discovered a new reason behind brain hemorrhages, also known as cerebral microbleeds.
This...
New stroke drug can prevent brain cell death
Stroke is the second leading cause of death worldwide after heart disease.
In an effort to reduce brain damage caused by strokes, a research group...
This popular weight loss drug can help prevent stroke
Three new studies have explored an exciting possibility: could medications like Ozempic, which are normally used to treat diabetes and obesity, also help reduce...