Don’t Raise Your Stroke Risk
Diets high in saturated fats, trans fat, sodium and cholesterol have been linked to stroke. Your lifestyle choices can affect your chances of having a...
Category : Stroke
Exercise Can Improve Brain Function After Stroke
Structured exercise training can significantly improve brain function in stroke survivors, according to research presented Wednesday at the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference 2017....
Internet, Social Media Can Increase Stroke Awareness
The Internet and social media can effectively educate and engage a lot of people about stroke, according to research released Tuesday. Researchers compared results from...
Women Can Cut Stroke Risk With Moderate Exercise
A racket or a romp through the neighborhood slashes chances of a brain attack by 20 percent in women Tennis, a brisk walk or other...
Women at Increased Stroke Risk for 12 Weeks After Giving Birth
Previous studies focused on the first six weeks after delivery An increased risk of having a stroke or other blood-clotting problem could last as long...
Many Young Stroke Victims Remain Disabled
Rehab and preventing additional strokes are key to recovery One-third of those who suffer strokes before the age of 50 will have difficulty adapting to...
Residents in Southeastern U.S. Have Highest Rates of Preventable Deaths
Making lifestyle changes could help combat diseases like stroke, cancer Southeastern states are known for humid summers, sweet tea and magnolias—and now a greater risk...
Stroke Rate Rises for Blacks in South Carolina
Researchers say increase may be due to higher rates of high blood pressure and diabetes The number of middle-aged blacks who suffered stroke in South...
Heatstroke or Stroke?
What’s the difference between the two and how do you treat them? What is heatstroke? What is stroke? Learn the difference with this infographic....
How to Prevent a Stroke
Some risk factors for a brain attack can be controlled Strokes can strike anyone, but certain risk factors increase your chances. Here are a few...
