Did you know heart disease claims a life in the U.S. every 37 seconds? While you may already know the main culprits behind ...

Eight years ago, at the age of 53, Jeff Miller woke up, got out of bed and fell to the floor. Although he was having trouble seeing, he managed to get down the stairs to the first floor of his ...

Stroke is the second-leading cause of death in the United States, but new insight sheds light on possible prevention.

A new predictive model developed by Ochsner Health helps clinicians make real-time decisions for patients who had a stroke ...

Bradford B. Worrall, MD, a University of Virginia professor of neurology and public health, says many stroke survivors develop spasticity.

Poor oral health could be a potential risk factor for cardiovascular disease. New research shows that good oral health habits ...

Several myths persist about stroke. These myths often hinder individuals from seeking timely help or taking preventive ...

Adults are being urged to manage their blood pressure to lower their risk of stroke, as new statistics from the Stroke Association reveal a concerning lack of awareness about its dangers. People with ...

Shorter telomeres are linked to higher risks of stroke, dementia, and depression, but lifestyle factors may help counteract ...