Doctors consider possible stroke and COVID-19 connection
May 12, 2020
Stroke doctors are looking at possible links between the coronavirus and stroke, but they need more facts.
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'Angry and depressed,' stroke survivor finds solace in helping others
May 8, 2020
A stroke left Doug Tapking with many questions. Now he helps fellow survivors answer theirs.
Heavy drinking could lead to stroke, peripheral artery disease
May 5, 2020
Higher levels of alcohol consumption was associated with an increased risk of stroke, peripheral artery disease and possibly heart disease, according to new genetic research.
Is it safe to go to the hospital during COVID-19 pandemic? Doctors say yes
May 4, 2020
The coronavirus shouldn’t be a concern if you think you need emergency care, experts say.
Standing at a church pulpit, a blood vessel burst in her brain
May 1, 2020
A quick response by the congregation helped to save Deborah Brown’s life after she had a type of bleeding stroke.
Video doctor visits gain ground during coronavirus pandemic
Mar 31, 2020
Telehealth replaces in-person visits during COVID-19 public health crisis.
Health emergency? Don't hesitate to get help
Mar 30, 2020
The coronavirus shouldn’t keep people from seeking help from the emergency room, doctors say.
What heart patients should know about the coronavirus
Mar 24, 2020
As the coronavirus spreads, people with cardiovascular issues should pay extra attention, experts say.
Unexplained heart failure at 24 leads to transplant
Mar 11, 2020
Trent Paul Arnold found himself getting easily tired and winded. Doctors diagnosed the 24-year-old with heart failure. Soon he needed a lifesaving transplant.
People with implanted heart pumps may have higher suicide risk
Mar 10, 2020
Heart failure patients with left ventricular assist devices might face a considerable suicide risk, a French study suggests.