Is it fatigue 鈥� or a stroke? Women shouldn't ignore these warning signs
May 31, 2019
Men and women share a common set of symptoms for stroke, but women may have other unique warning signs.
Brain Health News
Mouth bacteria found in stroke patients' brains. What does it mean?
May 23, 2019
Bacteria found in the mouth has also been found in the brains of stroke patients. But the significance of the association remains up for debate.
Need a break? A vacation really can be good for you 鈥� if it's done right
May 22, 2019
Getting away from it all can be good for the heart and mind, but making healthy choices should be part of the vacation plan.
Best hospital for stroke patients might not be the closest one, experts say
May 20, 2019
A new policy statement from the American Stroke Association looks to boost stroke prevention, treatment and recovery.
This neurologist went from dropout to doctor of the year
May 14, 2019
Wyoming's Dr. David B. Wheeler has been an encouraging voice for patients who live in rural areas. He's learned a lot since quitting school at 16.
She asked Google for a story about a Coast Guard stroke survivor. She found her soulmate.
May 9, 2019
When their cross-country courtship led to a proposal, Tara MacInnes and Sean Bretz knew when they'd marry: the first Saturday of American Stroke Month. Being stroke survivors brought them together.
The often-overlooked connection between sleep troubles and stroke
May 2, 2019
A new report examines the impact sleep apnea and other sleep problems have on stroke recovery and recurrence.
A stroke slowed Olympic legend Michael Johnson. Responding F.A.S.T. sped his recovery.
May 1, 2019
As American Stroke Month begins, Olympic track legend and former world record holder Michael Johnson talks about his newest label 鈥� stroke survivor 鈥� and the importance of F.A.S.T.
U.S. food system needs fresh ideas on healthy eating, experts say
Apr 29, 2019
A science advisory from the 91视频 wants nutritious choices to be the default 鈥� and offers approaches that could help.
New drug to prevent clots clears safety hurdle
Apr 18, 2019
A promising anti-clotting drug clears the way for larger studies. It could someday provide a safer treatment for stroke patients.