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Georgia man who suffered stroke in 2008 preparing for 100-mile race

October 27, 2015

Georgia man who suffered stroke in 2008 preparing for 100-mile race

A 37-year-old Georgia man who suffered a stroke in 2008 that left him so weak he could barely hold up his head is preparing to run in a 100-mile race in Lake Tahoe this July.

Storms may influence stroke risk

October 27, 2015

Storms may influence stroke risk

More strokes happen when geomagnetic storms are afoot, according to a new review of stroke literature - although it’s not clear what protective measures anyone could take, researchers said.

Even slightly elevated blood pressure linked to increased risk for stroke

October 27, 2015

Even slightly elevated blood pressure linked to increased risk for stroke

People with blood pressure that is elevated but not enough to be considered "high" are still at an increased risk for strokes, according to a new analysis of past studies.

Maryland man blames shoplifting on temporary amnesia

October 27, 2015

Maryland man blames shoplifting on temporary amnesia

A 46-year-old man fined $500 for shoplifting at a Maryland grocery store in February is disputing the citation by saying he experienced a rare condition similar to a brief form of amnesia, My Fox DC reported.

Many in US live too far from advanced stroke care

October 27, 2015

Many in US live too far from advanced stroke care

Many Americans would not have quick access to the best healthcare options during a stroke, even under the most ideal circumstances, according to a new computer model.

Experts update stroke prevention guidelines

October 27, 2015

Experts update stroke prevention guidelines

Tools for preventing strokes include a healthy diet, home blood pressure monitoring and an online stroke-risk estimator, according to updated guidelines issued Wednesday by a leading heart health organization.

Irregular heart rhythm during surgery tied to stroke risk

October 27, 2015

Irregular heart rhythm during surgery tied to stroke risk

A large new U.S. study finds that people who developed irregular heart rhythms during hospital stays for surgery were more likely to have a stroke later on.

Magnets might 'unlock' paralyzed arm after stroke

October 27, 2015

Magnets might 'unlock' paralyzed arm after stroke

People who suffer a stroke face many physical and emotional hurdles on their long road to recovery.

Moderate exercise may reduce women’s risk of stroke more than strenuous exercise

October 27, 2015

Moderate exercise may reduce women’s risk of stroke more than strenuous exercise

New research indicates that more may not be better when it comes to exercise and its benefits for stroke risk.

More Stroke Patients Get Clot-Busting Drugs

October 27, 2015

More Stroke Patients Get Clot-Busting Drugs

Doctors are getting better at prescribing recommended drugs to stroke patients. As many as 95 percent of stroke patients with atrial fibrillation, a common heart rhythm disturbance, got blood thinners in 2010, researchers found