Stroke : Science World Report

May 19, 2016 05:02 AM EDT

Gene That Prevents Heart Attacks, Stroke Found, Possibly Lead To Drugs That Delay the Aging Process

The gene stops key plaques in blood vessels from rupturing - a key underlying cause of heart attack and stroke Experts hope Oct4 will also pave the way for new anti-aging drug.

May 06, 2016 04:57 AM EDT

Inpatient Rehab Facility Is the Best Option for Stroke Recovery

The American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association released a joint statement recommending that an inpatient rehabilitation facility is what's best those patients recovering from a stroke.

Apr 22, 2016 04:40 AM EDT

‘Mini-Stroke’ Therapy May Reduce Stroke Risks

Doctors believe treatment for "mini-strokes" can cut the odds of a full stroke happening.

Feb 19, 2016 08:24 PM EST

Clot-Busting Drug Lowers Death Risk In This Group Of Stroke Survivors

The clot-busting drug Alteplase, a tissue plasminogen activator, or tPA, was found to help reduce post-stroke disability and mortality risk in patients with a hemorrhagic (bleeding) stroke. Two new studies based on the findings were presented at the stroke association's annual meeting in Los Angeles...

Feb 17, 2016 08:02 PM EST

This Diabetes Drug May Prevent Recurring Strokes

Could a diabetes drug prevent heart attack or recurring stroke?

Jan 21, 2016 12:15 PM EST

Black Individuals May Be At A Higher Stroke Risk Than Whites

New research published in the journal Neurology reveals that black individuals are three times more likely to have a stroke than white counterparts.

Jan 15, 2016 05:35 PM EST

Interrupted Sleep Increases Stroke Risk--Particularly For Seniors

New findings published in the journal Stroke found that fragmented sleep-otherwise known in which an individual is repeatedly awakened-can deprive the brain of oxygen, increase the risk of stroke.

Jan 04, 2016 01:29 PM EST

New Implantable Devices May Help the Paralyzed Move Again by Connecting the Nervous System

New implantable devices may help the paralyzed move again.

Dec 21, 2015 01:58 PM EST

Black Raspberries Are The Next Superfood, Antioxidant Properties Can Help You Live Longer

Black raspberries, the next super food? Researchers found that black raspberries that are grown in Central Europe have greater health benefits compared to their better known cousins raspberries or blackberries.

Dec 21, 2015 01:58 PM EST

Black Raspberries Are The Next Superfood, Antioxidant Properties Can Help You Live Longer

Black raspberries, the next super food? Researchers found that black raspberries that are grown in Central Europe have greater health benefits compared to their better known cousins raspberries or blackberries.

Dec 20, 2015 09:33 PM EST