Rapid blood test can hasten treatment for stroke patients with brain bleeding
A rapid blood test could speed treatment for people who have suffered a stroke related to brain bleeding, a new study says.
Sharon Stone Was 'Destitute with a 1% Chance of Surviving' After Stroke — But Says, 'I Made It, and You Can Too’ (Exclusive)
Casino' star Sharon Stone says she hopes people “look at me and know” they can fight to survive — and has an urgent warning ...
This good hygiene habit could lower your risk of a stroke — but only a third of Americans do it
About 795,000 Americans will have a stroke this year — new research suggests that a common, healthy habit may reduce the risk of certain types of stroke.
The Hidden DNA Clue That Predicts Stroke, Dementia, and Brain Aging
Shorter telomeres are linked to higher risks of stroke, dementia, and depression, but lifestyle factors may help counteract ...
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New Model Predicts Stroke Severity and Improves Functional Independence
A new predictive model developed by Ochsner Health helps clinicians make real-time decisions for patients who had a stroke ...
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What your mouth might say about your stroke risk
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Hostage’s father relearns to talk, after stroke, to advocate for his son’s release
Tal Kupershtein, who worked with a speech therapist to vocally fight for his son, joined a tour of others with disabilities ...
Regular Flossing Linked to Better Heart Health, Reduced Stroke, AFib Risk
Poor oral health could be a potential risk factor for cardiovascular disease. New research shows that good oral health habits ...
Stroke risk may be increased by bacteria found in mouth and gut
A new study from Japan found stroke patients with a significant amount of the bacteria in their gut were more likely to die.
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A common mouth and gut bacteria may be linked with increased stroke risk
Increased levels of Streptococcus anginosus, a common type of bacteria that usually lives in the mouth and gut, was found in the gut of recent stroke survivors in Japan.
Stirling stroke woman offers blood pressure check advice after scare
Joan is now recovering from her stroke eight years ago - with doctors putting it down to high blood pressure and stress from ...