Rethinking the Role of Aspirin in Stroke Prevention: New Research Unveils Surprising Findings
For decades, the daily use of low-dose aspirin has been considered a reliable method for preventing strokes.
Aug 2, 20234 min read
Promising New Anti-Clotting Drug Enters World-First Clinical Trials
New breakthrough 25 years in the making, new anti-clotting drug that shows great promise in the treatment of stroke.
Jul 15, 20234 min read
Preventing a secondary stroke is crucial for individuals who have experienced a stroke in the past.
Preventing a secondary stroke is crucial for individuals who have experienced a stroke in the past.
May 22, 20233 min read
Optimal Food and Nutrition After Stroke: Supporting Recovery and Well-being!
After a stroke, adopting a healthy and balanced diet is essential for supporting recovery.
May 20, 20233 min read
Your blood type may predict risk of stroke before 60
Scientists have found a way to predict the risk of stroke among individuals based on their blood type.
Jan 5, 20232 min read
A blood protein can reduce brain damage after a stroke
Every year, about 12 million people suffer from a stroke worldwide. A stroke occurs suddenly and is caused by either a blood clot or a brain
Dec 31, 20223 min read
Morning Physical Activity Is Associated With the Lowest Risk of Heart Disease and Stroke
Those who exercise either early or late in the morning were 11% and 16% respectively at a lower risk of coronary artery disease.
Dec 31, 20224 min read
Moderate to heavy drinking could increase the risk of stroke in young adults
People in their 20s and 30s who drink moderate to heavy amounts of alcohol may be more likely to have a stroke as young adults
Dec 31, 20223 min read
Mystery solved? How shingles can increase stroke risk
Shingles may appear as a rash or blisters on one side of the face, or most commonly, as an extended band around the left or right side
Dec 31, 20224 min read
To Reduce Risk of Stroke, Scientists Suggest Adding 5 Activities To Your Self-Care Routine
According to Stroke Foundation over 80% of strokes can be prevented and here are 5 activities to add to you self-care routine.
Dec 31, 20222 min read
Multiple ischemic strokes and pulmonary embolism found in COVID-19 patient
In a recent study published in Radiology Case Reports, researchers described a case of a patient with acute respiratory failure and ischemic
Dec 31, 20222 min read
Digital stroke prevention
Stroke Foundation is thrilled to see some of Australia’s most accomplished stroke sector researchers awarded almost $1m to develop a new dig
Dec 31, 20222 min read
AI-enabled eye scan delivers stroke and heart disease risk scores
A team of researchers in the UK has developed a fully automated artificial intelligence-enabled system that can scan retinal images for vasc
Dec 31, 20222 min read
Ambient noise associated with increased risk of stroke
Every 10-decibel (dBA) increase in outdoor noise raises the risk of stroke by 6% for people aged 45 and over
Dec 31, 20222 min read
Can the flu shot reduce your risk of stroke?
"Studies have shown that getting the flu increases your risk of having a stroke"
Dec 31, 20222 min read
Your blood type could predict your risk of having a stroke before age 60, new study suggests
Acording to a new meta-analyss led by University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) researchers.
Dec 31, 20223 min read
Psychosocial stress linked with increased risk of stroke
The research found that the occurrence of any stressful life event increased the risk of stroke by 17%
Dec 20, 20222 min read
Stroke: Researchers develop AI model to predict a person’s 10-year risk
Once developed, the system could predict a person’s 10-year risk of having a stroke or heart attack from a single chest X-ray.
Dec 7, 20222 min read
Undetected atrial fibrillation was the cause of many strokes. Nine out of ten had no symptoms
Long-term heart rhythm monitoring of patients can prevent recurrent strokes in this group.
Dec 6, 20223 min read
Shingles linked to 30% increased risk of stroke, coronary heart disease
Experts have known for some time that an association exists between shingles, stroke, and coronary heart disease.
Dec 2, 20224 min read