Health June 19 Cannabis use raises risk of heart attack and stroke more than cocaine, other drugs, major review suggests A new study analyzing data from millions of patients shows significant links between cannabis use and major adverse cardiovascular events, like stroke and heart attack.
Health June 16 Stanford researchers develop ‘game-changing’ stroke treatment that doubles effectiveness New milli-spinner technology from Stanford offers breakthrough in blood clot treatment by compressing clots to 5% of original size, revolutionizing stroke care.
Health June 15 Experimental cholesterol pill cuts heart attack risk with 'convenient' once-daily dose Clinical trial shows Obicetrapib pill lowers bad cholesterol and lipoprotein(a) in high-risk patients on maximum cholesterol therapy, offering hope for treatment-resistant cases.
Health June 3 Boy, 6, suffers life-threatening stroke that causes paralysis: 'Rare complication' After a life-threatening stroke on Christmas Eve, young Preston Patton's recovery journey inspires hope as he overcomes paralysis with groundbreaking treatment.
Health May 20 Mini-strokes may cause surprising long-term health issue, experts warn Fatigue after a transient ischemic attack may persist due to brain healing, inflammation and sleep disturbances, according to a new study in Neurology.
Health April 21 Pope Francis’ official cause of death revealed in announcement from Vatican Pope Francis has died of a stroke and cardiac arrest following previous complications with double pneumonia, according to the Vatican. Here's what to know about the condition.
San Antonio Spurs April 18 Spurs coach Gregg Popovich has medical emergency while recovering from stroke: report As he continues to recover from a stroke he had late last year, Gregg Popovich reportedly experienced a medical emergency that landed him in a hospital Tuesday.
Health April 11 Stroke, dementia and depression share these 17 preventable risk factors A new study from Mass General Brigham (MGB), which identified 17 shared risk factors all linked to stroke, dementia and late-life depression. Researchers and physicians weigh in.
Entertainment March 28 ‘American Pickers’ star Mike Wolfe remembers late Frank Fritz as show plans first hiatus in 15 years Mike Wolfe, best known for his show "American Pickers," remembered his dear friend and late co-star Frank Fritz and shared how he's kept his memory alive.
Health February 28, 2025 Heart disease could be prevented with this one simple test Getting a specific screening — the coronary artery calcium (CAC) score — can help detect early signs of heart disease. Experts share the benefits of the test and how people can obtain it.
San Antonio Spurs February 27, 2025 Spurs' Gregg Popovich says he will sit out remainder of season as he recovers from stroke San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich informed his team Thursday he will not be returning this season as he recovers from a November stroke.