Chronically high levels of stress may increase Black Americans' risk of high blood pressure, a new study suggests. "Given the ... Read More
Stroke
Comedian Sinbad Suffers Stroke: Prayers Up!
Long-time comedian, Sinbad, is recovering from a recent stroke, the stand-up comedian's family confirmed in a statement to the Associated ... Read More
Monica at 40: “I Hurt So Bad, I Would Pass Out”
Singer Monica's music career spans more than 20 years. She's sold over 30 million albums worldwide, with seven albums and a Grammy under her ... Read More
Migraines A Potential Risk Factor For Stroke Among Women
Despite much exploration, the relationship between migraine and stroke is still unfolding, researchers say. According to the CDC, ... Read More
How To Recognize And Prevent Stroke
A stroke occurs when something interferes with the blood supply to part of the brain, or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts, according ... Read More
Feed Your Superpowers: 5 Superfoods For More Energy & Vitality
When it comes to eating healthy, there are levels to this. Even in the class of fresh, organic, natural and certified "good for you" ... Read More
Silent Strokes Are More Common Than We Think!
There’s a terrifying epidemic that involves some people suffering strokes without even realizing it. Known as silent strokes, they either ... Read More
Lower Stroke Risk With The DASH Diet
Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the U.S. affecting nearly 800,000 people. Black men and women are at the highest risk of ... Read More
4 Times Your Headache Is Something More Serious
We all get headaches from time to time, but when they become so frequent, something is not right. A headache can be a sign of stress or not ... Read More
Why Are Blacks More Likely To Die From Stroke?
In a study recently published in the American Heart Association journal Stroke, investigators in the Reasons for Geographical And Racial ... Read More
TIAs: Your Guide To Avoid Mini-Strokes
A ministroke is also known as a transient ischemic attack (TIA). It occurs when part of the brain experiences a temporary lack of blood ... Read More
People Under 45 Are Having More Strokes (3 Things You Can Do)
Strokes are most common in old age, but new research suggests that particular lifestyle choices are putting young people increasingly at ... Read More