Stroke Risk
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healthBlood Type A Linked to Higher Stroke Risk Before Age 60
Research shows a 16% higher early stroke risk for blood type A, while type O offers some protection.
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healthLow and High Resting Heart Rates Linked to Higher Stroke Risk
A large study finds U-shaped risk: very low and very high heart rates tied to increased stroke, even after adjusting for other factors.
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healthMenopause Transition: The Impact on Migraine
How hormonal shifts during menopause affect migraine frequency, severity, and treatment options.
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healthInfections Linked to Higher Stroke Risk in Young Adults
Study finds recent infections increase odds of unexplained stroke in adults under 50, with biomarker changes suggesting inflammation.
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healthRecreational Drugs Dramatically Increase Stroke Risk, Especially for Young Adults
New Cambridge University analysis reveals amphetamines, cocaine, and cannabis significantly elevate stroke risk, with amphetamines nearly tripling it for those under 55.
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healthMediterranean Diet Proven to Significantly Slash Stroke Risk
New research reveals the Mediterranean diet's powerful role in reducing stroke risk, offering actionable steps for a healthier lifestyle.
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healthSurgical Valve Replacement Outperforms Transcatheter Option in Long-Term Outcomes
New meta-analysis reveals surgical aortic valve replacement offers superior survival and reduced stroke risk compared to transcatheter procedures at five-year follow-up.