What the heart has to do with the head
If you want to protect your brain, get busy protecting your heart.
Lifestyle behaviors that boost cardiovascular health, such as physical activity and quitting smoking,...
Our gut may help reduce inflammation, boost stroke recovery
In a new study, researchers found that the microorganisms in our gut could help protect brain cells from damage caused by inflammation after a...
After stroke, an ‘astounding’ risk of heart problems
Women and men have a much higher risk of dangerous heart problems soon after their first stroke compared to people without stroke, even if...
PTSD may increase stroke risk in middle age
In a new study, researchers found that young adults who suffer from posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may be more likely to experience a transient...
This inexpensive drug combo may prevent stroke, heart attack, heart failure
A recent study found that an inexpensive therapy that includes four common drugs could help prevent heart attacks, strokes and heart failure.
The therapy includes...
People need to stop using aspirin to prevent first heart attack, stroke, this study...
In a recent paper from the University of Alberta and elsewhere, researchers suggest that if you’ve never had a heart attack or stroke, you...
Drugs with this feature may increase risks of stroke, memory loss
In a recent study from the University of Aberdeen, researchers found that anticholinergic property exists in many commonly prescribed drugs, including drugs for treating...
These 3 supplements may protect against heart disease, stroke
Recent studies have found that some common dietary supplements may help protect people from heart disease and stroke.
In one study from Tulane University in...
This genetic score could detect stroke risk from birth
In a new study, researchers have shown that genetic data obtained from a single blood draw or saliva sample can identify individuals at a...
Good sleep may help offset genetic risk of heart disease and stroke
In a new study, researchers found that even if people had a high genetic risk of heart disease or stroke, this appeared to be...