Orthopedic surgeon becomes patient after stroke at 48
May 14, 2021
Facing serious speech and balance issues, Dr. Mike Knapic put his trademark determination into recovery after a stroke.
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47-year-old mom came home from a work trip and had two strokes
May 11, 2021
In her 40s, Stephanie Gerding had two strokes after busy back-to-back work trips. Through goal-setting and support from her family, she learned to walk again.
5 critical steps to help prevent a stroke
May 5, 2021
Most strokes can be prevented by making lifestyle changes, such as moving more, eating a healthier diet and keeping blood pressure under control.
Misdiagnosed with acid reflux and anxiety, her heart's arteries were blocked
Apr 28, 2021
Doctors said the discomfort Katrien Limón experienced while exerting herself could be acid flux, trouble with her gallbladder or anxiety. Finally, she saw a cardiologist.
Pandemic-fueled drug abuse threatens hearts, lives
Apr 20, 2021
The COVID-19 crisis has heightened another health crisis: drug abuse, which damages hearts and shortens lives.
The link between structural racism, high blood pressure and Black people's health
Apr 15, 2021
High blood pressure rates among Black adults, especially women, remain disproportionately high, driven by a host of social factors created by years of structural racism, experts say.
The secret to good health is no secret. So why is it so hard to achieve?
Mar 31, 2021
Following seven healthy behaviors could dramatically reduce chronic illness and greatly improve heart and brain health. Yet psychological and other barriers make it hard for people to do so.
How oral health may affect your heart, brain and risk of death
Mar 19, 2021
Dental cavities may significantly increase the risk of a life-threatening bleeding stroke in the brain, according to new research.
Primary care doctors can help preserve brain health
Mar 15, 2021
Assessing adults for six heart risk factors and encouraging them to follow seven healthy behaviors would help primary care doctors preserve their patients' brain health, according to a new report.
Sex after stroke: New study highlights survivors' fears
Mar 15, 2021
A healthy sex life can be an important part of recovery for stroke survivors, but new research shows many report problems.