“Headaches are a common complaint in those who suffer from ischemic strokes, where a blood clot is cutting off blood to the brain,” explains Dr. Sam Laali, a neurologist at Baylor Scott & White ...

Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States has a stroke. While age and health are major risk factors for a stroke, did you know falling temperatures can also increase your risk? Consumer Reports ...

ENJOY YOURSELF. THANK YOU. KELLY ANN AT 816 FIVE ON YOUR HEALTH THIS MORNING. FEELING THE FIRST SIGNS OF A STROKE. FOR SOME PEOPLE IT IS A SUDDEN AND SEVERE HEADACHE OR WEAKNESS ON ONE SIDE, BUT OTHER ...

Stroke recovery represents one of the most challenging yet hopeful journeys in medicine. While the brain damage from a stroke cannot be reversed, the remarkable ability of the human brain to rewire ...

A stroke occurs when blood flow is blocked from the brain. Strokes are also referred to as cerebrovascular accidents. — A transient ischemic attack (TIA or “mini-stroke”): A temporary block of blood ...

The American Stroke Association estimates that strokes affect 425,000 women in the United States per year, and women are at a higher risk than men. One reason: Since estrogen helps keep blood vessels ...

Franciscan Health is raising awareness for Stroke Awareness Month. Dr. Meredith W Cousin, MD, Neurologist in Indianapolis, shares the signs of stroke detection: BE FAST, standing for Balance, Eyes, ...

May is National Stroke Awareness Month, and as part of everyday awareness, Mayo Clinic healthcare professionals suggest reducing stroke risk and knowing the signs. A stroke happens every 40 seconds in ...

Waiting for stroke symptoms to go away is never an option. When it comes to a stroke, time matters. Immediate action can prevent brain damage, long-term disability and death. Remember, be fast, and ...

Suffering a stroke can have devastating, life-changing consequences. But the good news is that most strokes can actually be prevented. Each year in the U.S., about 795,000 people suffer a stroke.

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - May is National Stroke Awareness Month, and Jennifer Burwell with CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances explains how to recognize the signs. Strokes affect nearly 800,000 Americans ...