Shingles vaccine may prevent stroke
Feb 12, 2020
The shingles vaccine protects against the infection caused by the chickenpox virus. But new research suggests that's not its only benefit.
Stroke
Stroke survivors might need better screening for depression
Feb 12, 2020
Depression hits some hard after a stroke, and a new study suggests knowing when and how to screen for it is critical.
After stroke, an 'astounding' risk of heart problems
Jan 9, 2020
Even without underlying heart disease, first-time stroke survivors had an increased risk of serious heart problems within 30 days.
Mobile stroke units might be the answer to quicker treatment
Dec 4, 2019
Specially outfitted vehicles with lifesaving equipment can provide care to stroke patients faster, according to a new study.
After stroke ended professor's tenure, her book offers lessons for survivors, caregivers
Nov 7, 2019
Writing "Identity Theft" became a key part of Debra Meyerson’s recovery after a stroke.
Stroke death rate increasing for middle-aged Americans
Nov 7, 2019
Despite national data showing a decrease in stroke mortality, stroke deaths for middle-aged Americans are rising in more than half of all U.S. counties.
PTSD may heighten stroke risk in younger adults
Oct 17, 2019
Post-traumatic stress disorder may increase the risk of stroke at a younger age, according to a new study in veterans.
Why aren't more stroke survivors getting statins?
Sep 26, 2019
People with a history of stroke are less likely than those with heart disease to get cholesterol-lowering statins despite the benefits, new research shows.
Is a stroke survivor ready to go back to work? A simple test might tell
Sep 26, 2019
A quarter of people who have strokes are younger than 65, and a measure of walking speed could predict whether they are ready to return to their jobs, a study suggests.
Unique genetic activity discovered in people with both stroke and cancer
Sep 12, 2019
In a first, scientists find genetic signals unique to stroke survivors with cancer. The findings could lead to screening to detect cancer earlier in stroke survivors.