Scientists find an important cause of stroke
In a study from the National University of Ireland, scientists found that one in 11 stroke survivors experienced a period of anger or upset...
Common kidney disease linked to high risk of stroke, heart attack
In a recent study, scientists found that people with glomerular disease have higher risks of heart attack and stroke.
Glomerular diseases damage the glomeruli, letting protein...
Smartphone video may detect narrowed neck arteries, prevent strokes
In a study from National Taiwan University Hospital, scientists found narrowed arteries in the neck – a major risk factor for stroke – may...
Common hormone disorder linked to stroke, heart attack, bone fracture
In a recent study from the University of Gothenburg, researchers found in the hormonal disorder primary hyperparathyroidism, patients’ risk of hip fracture is elevated...
Cutting 1 gram salt from daily diet could prevent nearly 9 million cases of...
In a study from the Queen Mary University of London, scientists found that a modest cut of just 1 gram in daily salt intake...
Surgery could help more people after stroke
After the study’s results were released, the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association issued new stroke treatment guidelines.
Scientists reveal a major cause of stroke
In a recent study from the National University of Ireland, scientists found that one in 11 stroke survivors experienced a period of anger or...
What happens inside artery plaque to trigger strokes
Heart attacks and strokes are leading causes of death in the United States, but scientists are still working to understand one of their primary...
One artery number can predict higher risks of heart attack, stroke
In a recent study, scientists from Erasmus MC found that the diameter of the thoracic aorta is a biomarker for heart attacks and other...
Multivitamins do not prevent heart disease, study finds
Scientists from the University of Alabama at Birmingham found that taking multivitamin and mineral supplements does not prevent heart attacks, strokes, or heart death.
According...