For young health care worker, stroke 'didn't even occur to me'
May 15, 2020
Whitney Spotts went from "super healthy and always moving my body" to partial paralysis and imbalance.
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NYC cardiologist – and COVID-19 survivor – helps Hispanics fight the virus
May 14, 2020
Dr. Samer Kottiech is using his experience to help the Hispanic community cope with the disease.
After a stroke, diabetes could worsen brain function
May 14, 2020
Having Type 2 diabetes could cause cognitive impairment in stroke survivors, according to new research that points out the need to aggressively treat prediabetes.
High blood pressure can start in childhood – but so can prevention
May 13, 2020
Kids may develop high blood pressure, and sometimes the problem can go unrecognized.
Even 1 sugary drink a day could boost heart disease, stroke risk in women
May 13, 2020
Drinking one or more sugar-laden beverage a day could increase cardiovascular disease risk in women, new research shows.
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.
What to know about bystander CPR and coronavirus risk
May 12, 2020
CPR in the COVID-19 era is different but still vital, new guidance says.
Space travel may impact how the body handles sodium
May 11, 2020
New research shows astronauts excrete less sodium and have lower blood volume in space than on land, a finding that could have implications for the heart health of future space travelers.
Prenatal supplement may increase blood pressure at high doses
May 11, 2020
Women who took large amounts of folic acid from pre-pregnancy through mid-pregnancy had an increased risk of high blood pressure, according to a new study.
'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.
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