Aspirin is a lifesaver if you’re having a heart attack. But it’s life-threatening if you’re having a certain type of stroke. Find out when it helps – and when it might hurt.
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Impact of Damage from Stroke is Far More Than Physical
Life after suffering a stroke typically involves some degree of physical disability. But a new study shows that the physical effects of a stroke are only one of several profound changes — differences that may not be apparent to others.
Heart Health: Americans Aren’t Ready for Emergencies
A Cleveland Clinic survey reveals that many Americans are surprisingly ill-prepared to deal with heart attack and sudden cardiac arrest. Explore survey highlights in this infographic.
3 Ways to Stop Brain Aneurysms From Leaking or Bursting
Aneurysms can hemorrhage or burst, causing a devastating type of stroke that, for one-third of patients, is potentially life-ending,
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65 or Older? AFib Screening Can Help You Avoid a Stroke
Is that pounding in your chest a harmless phenomenon — or is your heart’s natural rhythm is out of whack? Discover the link between atrial fibrillation and stroke, and why it’s so important to get screened.
How Brain Stimulation May Provide Hope for Stroke Patients
Nearly half of those who survive a stroke end up with a permanent disability severe enough that they need help to get through daily life. But a clinical trial testing a new approach to restoring movement to patients paralyzed by stroke is showing some early promise.
5 Stroke Signs: Knowing Them Could Save Someone’s Life
When it comes to stroke, every second counts. The time to medical treatment matters a lot. Knowing what to look for and when to call 911 could save someone’s life. Find out what you need to know.
How Losing Your Job Can Increase Your Risk for Stroke
While work can be a major source of stress for many people, unemployment can be even more perilous for your heath. A recent study shows that losing your job puts you at an increased risk for stroke.
FMD: A Hidden, Often-Missed Stroke Threat for Middle-Aged Women
Unfortunately, many doctors are unfamiliar with this disease, which tends to affect younger and middle-aged patients.
Poor Diet Linked to Half of Heart Disease, Stroke, Diabetes Deaths
Most of us are aware that what we eat affects our health. But the results of a new study illustrates that fact vividly: Almost half of deaths in one year caused by heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes in a large group of Americans were linked with a poor diet.