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...
Best high blood pressure treatment for stroke patients
Sixty percent of stroke patients admitted to U.S. emergency rooms have elevated blood pressure.
In a study from the University of Georgia, scientists found that aggressive treatment of...
Vitamin D and estrogen may help prevent heart disease, stroke, diabetes
Vitamin D and estrogen have already shown well-documented results in improving bone health in women.
Scientists find the key to survive a stroke
In Australia, someone suffers a stroke every 19 minutes and it is one of Australia’s biggest killers.
In addition, nearly half of all survivors of...
Beer, but not wine, linked to higher stroke risk, study finds
Scientists found that high and moderate alcohol consumption is linked to an increased risk of stroke.
Stroke, cancer and other chronic diseases more likely for those with poor mental health
Four million Australians, including our friends, family members, co-workers and neighbours, are living with mental health conditions, including anxiety and depression.
A new report out...