Strokes are the fifth leading cause of death in the United States and a leading cause of disability, according to the American Stroke Association. "Stroke is injury to the brain from impairment of ...

New research has found that specific genes may be related to the trajectory of recovery for stroke survivors, providing doctors insights useful for developing targeted therapies. New research led by ...

PORTLAND, Ore. — From the minute stroke symptoms start, the clock is ticking - with your recovery hanging in the balance. “Each minute the treatment is delayed, then two million brain cells will die,” ...

After years of untreated high blood pressure, Lynn Chia suffered a life-altering stroke at 37 that left her unable to walk, ...

A team of researchers analysed 155 high-quality studies that examined viral infections and their effects on heart and brain ...

CINCINNATI (WKRC) - May is National Stroke Awareness Month and one young survivor is asking everyone to be aware of the early warning signs – and an easy way to remember them. The warning signs of a ...

Mental health challenges like depression often occur following an acute cerebrovascular accident (CVA) or a clinically established stroke. In fact, 30% of stroke survivors experience symptoms ...

When someone experiences a stroke, immediate medical attention can mean the difference between recovery and permanent disability. Yet many individuals dismiss or delay responding to warning signs.

Share on Pinterest An observational study examines how age-related changes to white matter in the brain could impact recovery following a stroke. Rosem Morton for The Washington Post via Getty Images ...