Strokes are most common in old age, but new research suggests that particular lifestyle choices are putting young people increasingly at ... Read More
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Remembering Filmmaker & Director John Singleton
At just 24 years old, John Singleton became the youngest and the first black filmmaker to receive an Oscar nomination for best director and ... Read More
After Her Daughter’s Stroke At 17, Mom Says Caregiving Is ‘An Honor’
Jasmine Harris had a stroke six months before her high school graduation. It started with a headache a couple days before Christmas. The ... Read More
Venus & Serena’s Father, Richard Williams, To Be Inducted Into Tennis Hall Of Fame
Richard Williams, tennis superstars Serena and Venus' father, will be inducted into the American Tennis Association’s Tennis Hall of Fame ... Read More
High Blood Pressure Linked To Racially Segregated Neighborhoods
Living in racially segregated neighborhoods is associated with a rise in the blood pressure of black adults, while moving away from ... Read More
Beef, Bacon, Sugary Drinks & Too Much Salt Tied To Half Of U.S. Deaths
Nearly half of all deaths from heart disease, stroke and diabetes in the United States are associated with diets that skimp on certain foods ... Read More
Celebrating A Year Without A Stroke Should Be One Of Your New Year’s Resolutions
Thinking about stroke prevention when you are planning for New Year’s Eve is probably not at the top of your resolutions ... Read More
Diabetes Drug Shown To Prevent Fatal Heart Attacks
Drug sales for diabetes drug Jardiance may be going up in a few weeks as two top medical groups work to implement new guidelines for ... Read More
STUDY: Even Small Rise In Blood Pressure Increases Death Risk In Blacks
Even small increases in blood pressure can be dangerous for black people, a new study suggests. A rise of as little as 10 mm Hg in ... Read More
It’s Not All Good In The Neighborhood: Where You Live Can Be A Stroke Risk Factor
A higher neighborhood advantage, or socioeconomic status, of where a person lives contributes to a lower risk of having a stroke no matter ... Read More
Closing the Gaps: NIH Grants Aim To Reduce Barriers To Quality Care Among Teens, Adults With Sickle Cell
Here’s the good news: scientific advances are helping people with sickle cell disease live longer, more productive lives. From hydroxyurea, ... Read More
My Story: “Dangerously In Love And Almost Had A Stroke At 24”
It was the middle of the day and I was in bed sobbing. I sent a text to one of my closest friends asking for relationship advice. For the ... Read More