Palliative care can help in stroke recovery
Stroke survivors and their families can greatly benefit from palliative care, which focuses on relieving pain, managing symptoms, and providing emotional and practical support...
This blood pressure number may help identify dementia and stroke risk
A recent study by scientists at the University of Miami highlights the importance of the lower number in a blood pressure reading, known as...
How to recognize and respond to a mini stroke (TIA)
A Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), often called a "mini stroke," is a brief episode of symptoms similar to a stroke. While a TIA does...
New mom spent 3 weeks in a coma after massive stroke
After Erin Adelekun delivered her daughter Adenike, she went home with a mild headache. Her doctor wasn't worried, so she wasn't either. Erin took...
Months after a serious stroke, he was back to drawing caricatures
A loud ringing and bright light jolted Adam English awake. Then he felt the bizarre sensation of a zipper closing from ear to ear...
How to halt heart attack and stroke
A heart attack or stroke can happen within seconds. Getting treatment fast for these medical emergencies can mean the difference between life and death...
Preventing stroke with diet and exercise
A stroke happens when blood flow to the brain is blocked or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts. It’s a leading cause...
Study shows a surprising link between stroke and chronic kidney disease
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a growing health problem worldwide, affecting millions of people. This condition leads to the gradual loss of kidney function,...
After a stroke at age 30, she had to learn how to walk again
Every morning at 8 a.m., Honey German calls her husband, Nuni.
He goes to work much earlier than her, so they've made a routine of...
Irregular sleep patterns may raise your risk of heart attack and stroke
Getting enough sleep is important, but new research shows that sticking to a regular sleep schedule may be even more crucial for heart health.
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