Combination of hypertension and atrial fibrillation is a ticking time bomb—experts call for simultaneous screening
A group of 29 international experts says that simultaneous screening for hypertension and heart arrhythmia could prevent ...
Stroke risk higher for at least a decade after minor stroke-like attacks, study indicates
The risk of a full-blown stroke will remain high for at least a decade after a person has a slight brush with stroke, in the ...
The Week7d
Regular flossing may reduce risk of stroke/Afib
Flossing regularly reduces stroke risk, atrial fibrillation, and gum disease, promoting overall heart health and oral hygiene ...
Knowridge Science Report10d
Warning signs of mini-strokes you shouldn’t ignore
Even though mini-stroke symptoms go away, they should never be ignored. Common symptoms include: If you or someone else experiences these symptoms, seek immediate medical attention, even if they ...
It’s a risk factor for strokes and heart disease, but atrial fibrillation continues to remain neglected in India: experts
Atrial Fibrillation (Afib) is a common, yet serious heart condition that requires proper diagnosis and management strategies.
U.S. News & World Report8d
New Clot-Busting Drug Quicker And As Effective In Treating Stroke
New Clot-Busting Drug Quicker And As Effective In Treating Stroke By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, March 20, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- A newly approved clot- busting drug for stroke ...
Pitching in: Improving treatment for abnormal heart rhythm
Greg Wolfe purchased a $200,000 Medtronic PulseSelect machine for Vancouver General Hospital, which the hospital has used for ...
The Manhattan Mercury8d
New Clot-Busting Drug Quicker And As Effective In Treating Stroke
THURSDAY, March 20, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- A newly approved clot- busting drug for stroke works as well as a decades-old ...
The Victoria Advocate8d
New Clot-Busting Drug Quicker And As Effective In Treating Stroke
THURSDAY, March 20, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- A newly approved clot- busting drug for stroke works as well as a decades-old medication still used by most U.S. hospitals, and can be delivered even ...