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This Is the “Most Effective Way” to Prevent Stroke Death, Expert Doctor Says
Up to 80% of first-time strokes are preventable, says the American Stroke Association. New guidelines offer a better look at ...
Birth control increases stroke risk – here’s what women need to know
According to recent findings presented at the European Stroke Organisation Conference, combined oral hormonal contraceptives ...
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What Is a Stroke?
Your doctor can evaluate your risk for stroke and help you control your risk factors. A stroke is a blockage in blood flow to the brain. It can cause permanent brain damage or death if you don't ...
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A stroke can lead to severe damage and even death. But what causes a stroke?
Despite still being the fifth leading cause of death in the United States, stroke is another example of an area we're seeing improvement. Data from U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ...
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Simple, Phone-Based Strategy Improves BP Control in Stroke Survivors
An initial PINGS pilot trial performed by Ovbiagele’s group in Ghana demonstrated the feasibility of deploying a nurse-guided ...
Electronic consent demonstrates potential to overcome 'key barrier' in stroke trial recruitment
Post-hoc analyses of a large, randomized clinical trial have revealed the potential advantages associated with electronic ...
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Local pastor's life possibly saved thanks to UCHealth's Mobile Stroke Unit
The innovative UCHealth Mobile Stroke treatment Unit is saving lives and reducing brain damage caused by strokes. A local ...