Why aren’t more stroke survivors getting statins?
People with a history of stroke are less likely than those with heart disease to get cholesterol-lowering statin drugs despite the benefits, a new...
This common habit may increase your stroke risk
In a new study, researchers found self-silencing (inhibiting one's self-expression) is linked to greater carotid plaque buildup which could lead to a stroke and...
MRI could help diagnose minor strokes effectively
In a new study, researchers highlighting the importance of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in helping to diagnose minor stroke and transient ischemic attacks (TIAs).
The...
These diets help women with diabetes cut heart attack, stroke risk
Eating patterns similar to the Mediterranean diet and the blood pressure-lowering DASH may help older women with Type 2 diabetes ward off heart attacks,...
New MRI brain scan may help predict stroke-related dementia
In a new study, researchers found An advanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) brain scan could help predict problems with thinking, memory and even dementia...
Unique genetic activity discovered in people with both stroke and cancer
Not all strokes have a clear-cut cause like high blood pressure or smoking.
For those so-called cryptogenic strokes, new research suggests cancer might be the...
Less TV, more activity may give you more years free of heart disease and...
In a new study, researchers found people who watch less TV and are physically active live more years free of heart disease.
The research was...
Daytime napping in this way may lower your heart attack, stroke risk
In a new study, researchers found a daytime nap taken once or twice a week may lower the risk of having a heart attack...
Two common dietary supplements may protect against heart disease, stroke
In a recent study from West Virginia University, scientists found that some common dietary supplements may help protect people from heart disease and stroke.
They...
Vegetarians and vegans have healthier heart, but higher stroke risk than meat eaters
In a new study, researchers found vegetarian (including vegan) and pescetarian diets may be linked to a lower risk of coronary heart disease than...