If you or a loved one has recently had a stroke, it can be a jarring, scary experience. After being taken care of by a healthcare ... Read More
Stroke
How to Cope When a Loved One Has Just Had a Stroke
A stroke impacts everyone—the person who suffers from the stroke, the people around them, and their loved ones. If you know someone who has ... Read More
Stroke Survivor on the Road to Recovery: “There Are Setbacks”
We recently reported on a stroke survivor named Leslie Jordan, who suffered a series of strokes after giving birth. In an exclusive ... Read More
NFL Hall-of-Famer & Coach, Deion Sanders, May Have Foot Amputated
The legendary multi-sport star, Deion Sanders, who famously played professionally in the NFL and MLB at the same time and most memorably ... Read More
Stroke Survivor’s Message to Black Women: “Be the CEO of Your Body”
Sudden fatigue can be caused by a number of things including lack of sleep, medication, anemia, heart/pulmonary problems, cold/flu, ... Read More
Act “FAST”: Recognize the Signs of a Stroke
In a moment of confusion, panic, and fear, it can be hard to assess what is happening during a medical emergency. A stroke is one of those ... Read More
10 Headache Pains You Should Never Ignore
It’s estimated that about 45 million Americans complain about headaches yearly. However, only approximately 8 million of them will feel bad ... Read More
Life After Stroke: 5 Self-Care Tips
Recovering from a stroke can be a challenging journey. Requiring physical, emotional, and lifestyle adjustments, the path is far from ... Read More
The Brain Isn’t the Only Place Strokes Occur. 4 Symptoms to Pay Attention to
Sudden, painless loss of vision. Burning back pain. Achy legs. Incontinence. People might not recognize these as signs of a stroke, ... Read More
Top 3 Diseases Killing Black Women
New data shows Black women are dying at younger ages. But what's the good news? The leading threats to Black women's health--at least the ... Read More
5 Foods to Boost Your Heart Health
Keeping your heart healthy has numerous benefits, including a reduced risk for coronary heart disease, stroke, heart attack and ... Read More
Toni Braxton Undergoes Surgery: “My Main Coronary Artery Was 80% Blocked”
Toni Braxton is opening up about a "traumatic" and life-threatening health scare that occurred as a result of her living with systemic lupus ... Read More