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Stroke October 25, 2015

Majority of American women aren’t aware of stroke risk factors, survey suggests

Stroke is the third leading cause of death for American women, but a survey conducted by Ohio State University researchers suggests only a fraction of women know the top risk factors for the condition.

Stroke October 25, 2015

Kids learn to shoot down stroke with video game

A doctor who generally advises children to turn off electronic devices urges them to play "Stroke Hero," a video game that teaches kids to identify stroke symptoms and summon help, according to a new study.

Stroke October 25, 2015

Little-known neurological condition causes uncontrollable crying, laughter

An estimated 2 million Americans suffer from a little-known neurological condition called pseudobulbar affect (PBA), but many of them do not even know it.

Stroke October 25, 2015

ReNeuron stem cell therapy shows long-term promise for stroke

A pioneering stem cell treatment for patients disabled by stroke has continued to show long-term promise in a clinical trial, the British biotech company behind the project said on Friday.

Stroke October 25, 2015

Distinguishing between vertigo and dizziness

Vertigo and dizziness are among the most common symptoms prompting patients to visit a physician. Due to the vague nature of these symptoms, the possible causes are endless – ranging from benign to more serious conditions; however, making the distinction between true vertigo and other forms of dizziness or light headedness is critical

Stroke October 24, 2015

4-year-old learning to walk again after suffering stroke

After suffering a stroke in December, a 4-year-old Detroit girl is learning to walk again, My Fox Detroit reported.

Stroke October 24, 2015

After stroke, clot removal saves brain function, studies say

Grabbing and removing a clot blocking blood flow to the brain, rather than just administering clot-busting drugs, dramatically improves the likelihood that patients will recover from a stroke, according to two highly-anticipated studies released on Wednesday.

Stroke October 24, 2015

How sleeping more than 8 hours per night could be bad for you

Sleeping more than 8 hours a night?

Stroke October 24, 2015

Dad eats pot brownies, thinks he has a stroke

A Michigan man thought he was having a stroke after eating brownies his daughter had baked— that turned out to be laced with marijuana, USA Today reported.

Stroke October 24, 2015

Researchers study magnetic brain stimulation to improve symptoms after stroke

In an ongoing multi-center clinical trial, researchers are studying whether transcranial magnetic stimulation and occupational therapy can improve recovery for stroke patients.

Stroke October 24, 2015

Lingering depression may double stroke risk, study says

People who have depression for a long time may be at increased risk for stroke, a new study suggests.