Learn why people often dismiss stroke warning signs, how psychological barriers delay treatment, and what actions can save ...

People who have a transient ischemic attack (TIA) should get aggressive treatment to help protect cognitive health, a new study suggests.

This event is caused by a blockage to blood vessels going into the brain, just like an ischemic stroke. The difference is ...

Erin Adelekun, who had a stroke days after giving birth, raises awareness as "Stroke Mama." Her stroke symptoms included a severe headache and a limp arm.

In a randomized clinical trial, giving the clot-busting medication alteplase up to 24 hours after stroke symptoms first appeared increased the odds of better recovery by 50% compared to those who ...

The widely used FAST acronym remains the best tool for helping bystanders recognize stroke symptoms, despite efforts to expand it to BE-FAST.

Strokes are a major cause of death and disability and the third leading cause of death in western society. It is estimated 3% ...

The British Heart Foundation (BHF) explains: "There are usually no symptoms of high cholesterol. But if left untreated, it ...

My neighbor had a stroke and received a "clot buster" medication. Then, I found out my uncle had a surgery after a stroke.