After stroke, radio legend walks the talk of self-care
Jul 12, 2019
Two weeks after losing her mother, Philadelphia radio legend Patty Jackson had a stroke. She ignored it for two days. Now she's an advocate for stroke awareness and self-care.
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Understanding NFL legend Tedy Bruschi's 'mini-stroke'
Jul 10, 2019
Former New England Patriot Tedy Bruschi proved what he'd learned from a previous stroke when he started having symptoms on the Fourth of July.
Father's death motivated AHA chairman to help others lead healthier lives
Jun 27, 2019
Jim Postl lost his 54-year-old father to heart disease and now works to helps others lead longer, healthier lives. His dedication earned him the AHA's Award for Distinguished National Leadership.
Infections – particularly of the urinary tract – could trigger a stroke
Jun 27, 2019
New research finds a fresh connection between various infections and various kinds of stroke.
People in marginal housing may have higher stroke risk
Jun 27, 2019
Researchers used brain scans to examine hotel residents, many with a history of homelessness.
Mom. Entrepreneur. Ex-cheerleader. And stroke survivor at 39.
Jun 25, 2019
After recovering from two strokes in as many weeks, mother, entrepreneur and former cheerleader Cassie Perry has become an advocate for stroke and heart disease awareness.
Genetics may help predict the right blood pressure drug for you
Jun 25, 2019
Researchers used people's genes to predict how well different blood pressure drugs would work – and found an unexpected risk.
When a stroke ended his career as a surgeon, he learned to do more things – like help young surgeons
Jun 24, 2019
After a stroke, Dr. Mike Willis continues seeking new challenges in what he considers the next phase of his life.
Half of U.S. adults should monitor blood pressure at home, study says
Jun 24, 2019
About 104 million U.S. adults should monitor their blood pressure outside the doctor's office, according to a new study. That might be the best way to account for sometimes skewed results.
What migraine sufferers need to know about stroke risk
Jun 21, 2019
Younger women and those who get the debilitating headaches "with aura" needn't fret but should be aware of the stroke link.