Stroke
A stroke is the rapid loss of brain function(s) due to disturbance in the blood supply to the brain. This can be due to ischemia (lack of blood flow) caused by blockage, or a hemorrhage. As a result, the affected area of the brain cannot function, which might result in an inability to move one or more limbs on one side of the body, inability to understand or formulate speech, or an inability to see one side of the visual field.
Stroke Stories
Maintaining a heart-friendly lifestyle is the key to reducing the risk of stroke, but here are a few other ways suggested by studies that may surprise you.
Stroke is one of the leading causes of death in the U.S. Here's what you should know about the symptoms, risk factors, and how it can affect your brain.
The risks of heart attack and stroke rise in the week after a flu infection, particularly among older people and those with pre-existing heart conditions.
While childhood cancer treatment has vastly improved over the decades, survivors may carry long-term risks of cardiovascular diseases.
The study showed that a patient diagnosed 10 years earlier than someone of the same age had a 50% increased risk of dying from cardiovascular disease.
Getting enough deep sleep is important for you health. Here’s how many hours you need and how to get more.
Women’s stroke rates are declining at a slower pace than men’s rates, according to a new study.
Working more than 55 hours a week may increase the risk of developing an irregular heartbeat, study finds.
Women who breastfeed may be less likely to have a heart attack or stroke, new study suggests.
Scientists warn that nearly one-third of the world will experience deadly heatwaves.
A small group of stroke patients were able to move their paralyzed hands while using a mind-controlled device.
New WalletHub study focuses on May's National Stroke Month.