Stroke is a disease that affects the arteries leading to and within the brain. It is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States. A stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients to the brain is either blocked by a clot or bursts (or ruptures).
Some areas in India are witnessing a sudden uptick in winter ailments because of the sudden temperature fall and cold wave.
According to a study, not eating enough of six healthy foods in combination may increase risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in adults.
There is no cure for Moya Moya disease. Revascularization surgery is often recommended to slow progression of the disease and reduce the risk of complications.
Once considered a disease of the older population, stroke in India now affects many young adults and children.
The new experimental COVID-19 vaccine is completely protein-based, making it easy for many facilities to manufacture, according to the researchers.
"We found a three-fold increased risk of acute myocardial infarction and stroke in the first two weeks following COVID-19," said Osvaldo Fonseca Rodriguez from Umea University in Sweden, and co-first author of the study.
Timely treatment will improve your quality of life and reduce morbidity and mortality related to ischemic strokes. A younger stroke patient has a higher chance of recovery compared to an older stroke patient.
It is a common phenomenon to see a rise in heart-related cases during winters, but Covid-19 is aggravating the issue further this year, say doctors. Read on to know how Covid-19 and cold temperature are leading to a rise in heart attack and stroke cases this winter.
Here are five risk factors for stroke that can be modified, treated, or medically managed. Read below to know more.
Stroke not just leaves a person with disability but with a life-changing behavioural and emotional impact. On World Stroke Day, let's know about the life after it.
A recent study published in Cell Reports has found a new gene that can reduce brain swelling after stroke.
A new study published in The Lancet journal, has revealed that even moderate drinking can increase your chances of having a stroke.
According to a new study, a simple blood test can allow you to detect a common but potentially fatal pregnancy complication which is known as pre-eclampsia.
With the mercury rising, reportedly, three die of suspected sun stroke in Kerala. Read on to know more about this.
A study published in the journal Obesity claims using phentermine, a drug used to lose weight is safe and effective to use for long-term treatment.
While obesity has known to be a key risk factor in many diseases, a new study suggests having some extra body fat may be linked to an increased chance of surviving a stroke.
Here is why going overboard with healthy habits could be dangerous
Are diet drinks your choice? Beware, your heart could be at risk. A new study suggests that drinking diet drinks was associated with an increased risk of having a stroke among post-menopausal women, researchers say.
Catching flu could put you at increased risk of stroke for up to a year, finds a new study.
A new study published in the European Journal of Neurology has revealed that women are twice more likely to suffer from severe depression after a stroke than men.
A recent review of studies published in the journal, The Lancet, has revealed that eating up to 30 grams of naturally-occurring dietary fibre daily may prevent the risks of developing non-communicable diseases.
A new study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal has revealed that people who have experienced a heart attack, stroke or cardiac arrest are significantly less likely to be working or have lower incomes on average than healthy people.
A new study published in the journal Atherosclerosis has warned that consumption of Christmas meals in large quantities may boost cholesterol levels.
High blood pressure or hypertension is a condition that affects millions in India and across the world. It is one of the major causes behind stroke death in our country. But very few people, who die of the condition get to know that they are suffering from high BP. We help you identify the often-ignored symptoms of hypertension.
Some areas in India are witnessing a sudden uptick in winter ailments because of the sudden temperature fall and cold wave.
There is no cure for Moya Moya disease. Revascularization surgery is often recommended to slow progression of the disease and reduce the risk of complications.
Once considered a disease of the older population, stroke in India now affects many young adults and children.
The new experimental COVID-19 vaccine is completely protein-based, making it easy for many facilities to manufacture, according to the researchers.
"We found a three-fold increased risk of acute myocardial infarction and stroke in the first two weeks following COVID-19," said Osvaldo Fonseca Rodriguez from Umea University in Sweden, and co-first author of the study.
Timely treatment will improve your quality of life and reduce morbidity and mortality related to ischemic strokes. A younger stroke patient has a higher chance of recovery compared to an older stroke patient.
It is a common phenomenon to see a rise in heart-related cases during winters, but Covid-19 is aggravating the issue further this year, say doctors. Read on to know how Covid-19 and cold temperature are leading to a rise in heart attack and stroke cases this winter.
Here are five risk factors for stroke that can be modified, treated, or medically managed. Read below to know more.
Stroke not just leaves a person with disability but with a life-changing behavioural and emotional impact. On World Stroke Day, let's know about the life after it.
A recent study published in Cell Reports has found a new gene that can reduce brain swelling after stroke.
A new study published in The Lancet journal, has revealed that even moderate drinking can increase your chances of having a stroke.
According to a new study, a simple blood test can allow you to detect a common but potentially fatal pregnancy complication which is known as pre-eclampsia.
With the mercury rising, reportedly, three die of suspected sun stroke in Kerala. Read on to know more about this.
A study published in the journal Obesity claims using phentermine, a drug used to lose weight is safe and effective to use for long-term treatment.
While obesity has known to be a key risk factor in many diseases, a new study suggests having some extra body fat may be linked to an increased chance of surviving a stroke.
Are diet drinks your choice? Beware, your heart could be at risk. A new study suggests that drinking diet drinks was associated with an increased risk of having a stroke among post-menopausal women, researchers say.
Catching flu could put you at increased risk of stroke for up to a year, finds a new study.
A new study published in the European Journal of Neurology has revealed that women are twice more likely to suffer from severe depression after a stroke than men.
A recent review of studies published in the journal, The Lancet, has revealed that eating up to 30 grams of naturally-occurring dietary fibre daily may prevent the risks of developing non-communicable diseases.
A new study published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal has revealed that people who have experienced a heart attack, stroke or cardiac arrest are significantly less likely to be working or have lower incomes on average than healthy people.
A new study published in the journal Atherosclerosis has warned that consumption of Christmas meals in large quantities may boost cholesterol levels.
High blood pressure or hypertension is a condition that affects millions in India and across the world. It is one of the major causes behind stroke death in our country. But very few people, who die of the condition get to know that they are suffering from high BP. We help you identify the often-ignored symptoms of hypertension.
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You are more likely to have a heart attack or stroke during winter months.
According to a study, not eating enough of six healthy foods in combination may increase risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in adults.
Here is why going overboard with healthy habits could be dangerous
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