Category: Stroke

Can Blood Type Affect Stroke Risk?

September 14th, 2022
The risk of suffering a stroke at an early age may depend partly on a person's blood type, a large study suggests. Blood Type and Stroke Risk A new study suggests that blood type is more strongly tied to the risk of ischemic stroke at a younger age (b… more »

Social Isolation Can Hurt Your Heart (In More Ways Than One)

August 17th, 2022
Social isolation and loneliness put people at a 30 percent higher risk of heart attack, stroke or death from either, the American Heart Association (AHA) warns. Social Isolation and Loneliness can Hurt Your Health Although social isolation and feelin… more »

Aspirin may not be the Answer to Heart Attack Prevention

March 27th, 2019
According to new guidelines published on March 18 by the American College of Cardiology, not enough evidence exists to show that aspirin can help prevent heart attacks and strokes. New Guidelines Have you been relying on aspirin to prevent a heart att… more »

Health in the News: Luke Perry’s Death Sheds Light on Strokes

March 13th, 2019
Luke Perry known for his roles on “Beverly Hills, 90210” and “Riverdale” died on March 4, after suffering a massive stroke days prior. Stroke Signs and Symptoms Each year more than 795,000 Americans suffer from a stroke, according to the Centers for D… more »