stroke
Drinking Soju Daily May Reduce Stroke Risk
Research shows that a few shots of soju a day can significantly lower the risk of stroke in both men and women.
Bilingualism Linked to Better Cognitive Functions After Stroke
Being bilingual doubles the chances of having normal cognitive functions after a stroke compared to monolingual patients.
Crystal Structure Of Blood Clotting Factor Uncovered
The crystal structure of tissue-type plasminogen activator could lead to the development of new thrombolytic drugs with higher efficacy and lower side effects.
Computers Make Three Minute Stroke Diagnosis
Computer-assisted stroke diagnosis could provide time-strapped doctors with a reliable second opinion.
Big Data Reveals Reasons For Rise Of CVD
Deaths from cardiovascular diseases are on the rise, driven by a growing and aging population.
Folic Acid: Not Just For Pregnant Women
When taken together with anti-hypertensive drugs, folic acid supplements can help reduce the risk of stroke.
Balancing Neuropeptides After A Stroke
Selectively blocking neuropeptides such as substance P could improve patient outcomes following a stroke.
Guideline Adherence Reduces Pneumonia In Stroke Patients
Closer adherence to treatment guidelines issued by the American Heart Association resulted in a 15 percentage point drop in pneumonia in stroke patients.
Diabetic Women Face Higher Risk Of Stroke Than Men
A meta-analysis of papers published on diabetes shows that diabetic women are more susceptible to stroke than diabetic men, possibly because of obesity.
