Stroke

Strokes are a leading cause of death in the United States. Learn about what causes a stroke and signs of a stroke in women and men.

Want to Lower Stroke Risk? Make This One Change to Your Bedroom

If you're not one of those people who needs every inch of light blocked out to sleep, you might be after you read what doctors in China have found...

New Study: This Increases Stroke Risk—and It’s Found in Almost 10% of Homes

It's the second-leading cause of lung cancer behind smoking. Now researchers have narrowed in on another effect it may have...


5 Mini Stroke Symptoms Expert Doctors Say Can Be Easily Missed

A mini stroke can signal a more severe stroke in the future. Here, brain doctors and researchers explain how...


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I’m 24 and I Had a Massive Stroke

A 24-year-old stroke survivor reveals how grateful she is about the rare condition that followed her pregnancy, and...


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Her “Vision Trouble” Turned Out to Be a Sign of Stroke—But She Ignored It

One out of five stroke patients are under 55, and it claims the lives of women more often than...

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This Woman Had a Mini-Stroke at Age 41 and Was Misdiagnosed Twice

Stacy Quinn had a severe headache and other stroke symptoms, but it took 10 days and three different trips to...


Stroke in Your 20s: This Woman Had a Stroke at Age 29

A stroke survivor shares what it's like to have two strokes under the age of 30 and what you...

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Here’s What Happens When You Have a Silent Stroke

Silent strokes don't cause any obvious symptoms, but over time, they may lead to permanent brain damage or a major...


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This Woman’s 6-Year-Old Son Had a Massive Stroke Right in Front of Her

A mother reveals her son's stroke symptoms, and how she helped him get the necessary stroke treatment to save...


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6 Signs of a Stroke You Might Be Ignoring

Stroke is the fifth-leading cause of death nationwide. Brain damage from strokes can be minimized if they are treated promptly,...


14 Foods That Can Reduce Your Risk of Stroke

Lowering your blood pressure is the best way to protect yourself from stroke. Following these guidelines for your diet could...

If You’re at Risk for a Stroke, This Acronym Could Save Your Life

If you or a loved one exhibits any of these signs, act FAST.


Carotid Artery Surgery: Could It Give You a Stroke?

Know the facts before going under the knife to clear your carotid artery.