A new way to prevent heart attacks, strokes
Heart and vascular, or cardiovascular, diseases include health conditions such as arrhythmias, coronary heart disease, heart attack, high blood pressure, congenital heart defects, vascular dementia,...
Scientists find the key to better stroke outcomes
Stroke is a leading cause of death in the United States and is a major cause of serious disability for adults.
It is also preventable and treatable.
In a...
Background noise may increase your risk of stroke
Background noise or ambient noise is any sound other than the sound being monitored. Background noise is a form of noise pollution or interference....
Will a vegetarian diet increase your risk of stroke?
A UK study finding vegetarianism is associated with a higher risk of stroke than a meat-eating diet has made headlines around the world.
The study,...
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...