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Stroke October 24, 2015

Test for stroke risk not recommended

At some health fairs, people are offered a test that screens for a buildup of plaque in blood vessels in the neck, which can be a risk factor for stroke, but new guidelines recommend against such screening in people who do not have symptoms

Stroke October 24, 2015

Stressful jobs tied to small increase in stroke risk

Up to one in four jobs are "high strain," and people in these lines of work may be at increased risk of stroke, according to a new analysis of past research.

Stroke October 24, 2015

Cold packs on cheeks, hands and feet may help combat heat stroke

Symptoms of heat stroke may be eased by applying cold packs to the cheeks, hands and feet, a study suggests, potentially offering a new way to help lower body temperatures in overheated athletes.

Stroke October 24, 2015

What it means if you can't stand on one leg

Think you're at risk of a stroke?

Stroke October 24, 2015

Boy, 4, has stroke after going on roller-coaster ride

A 4-year-old boy went on a couple of roller-coaster rides during a family vacation over the summer and left the amusement park with a torn carotid artery.

Stroke October 24, 2015

Healthy woman's stroke linked to drug in sports supplement

A woman in Sweden had a stroke while exercising, and doctors suspect it was caused by an ingredient in a workout supplement that she was taking — a compound similar to amphetamine.

Stroke October 24, 2015

Early smoke exposure tied to increased atrial fibrillation risk

People exposed to secondhand smoke in the womb or as children are at an increased risk later in life for atrial fibrillation, a new study hints.

Stroke October 24, 2015

Stroke centers more common where laws encourage them

State laws have played a big part in boosting the number of hospitals where specialized stroke care is available, a new study shows.

Stroke October 24, 2015

More than 2 drinks a day linked to increased stroke risk

Looking forward to kicking back a few beers during the Super Bowl?

Stroke October 24, 2015

Bad news for those who work more than 55 hours a week

If you're putting in more than 55 hours a week at work, the chances are good that you're working toward having a stroke, researchers say.

Stroke October 24, 2015

Mobile unit offers quicker stroke treatment

Time— it’s one of the most crucial elements when caring for a stroke patient.