stroke

PGA Championship Moving Day Preview: Xander Schauffele Leads the Field by a Stroke! 🏌️‍♂️🔥

by

Louisville, Kentucky – Moving Day at Valhalla brings excitement and anticipation as Xander Schauffele holds a one-stroke lead entering Saturday at the PGA Championship. Schauffele’s consistent play has kept him at the top of the leaderboard, a feat accomplished by only a select few in the past four decades. The competition is fierce, with Collin Morikawa trailing closely behind Schauffele, ready to make a move. Sahith Theegala has also worked his way into contention, earning …

Read more

**Thrombectomy Miracle:** How Paul McCausland’s Stroke Treatment Saved His Life!

by

Belfast, Northern Ireland – Paul McCausland’s life took an unexpected turn in 2021 when he suffered a stroke, leaving him unable to speak or move. Fortunately, he received a life-saving thrombectomy treatment at Belfast’s Royal Victoria Hospital, a procedure that proved crucial in his recovery. The thrombectomy, a new treatment, is most effective when administered within six hours of the onset of a stroke. This specialized treatment, available only at one hospital in Belfast, has …

Read more

Atrial Fibrillation Surges in Young Adults, Leading to Higher Risks of Heart Failure and Stroke Revealed in Recent UPMC Study

by

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania – A recent study conducted by physician-scientists at the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute has shed light on the increasing dangers of atrial fibrillation (Afib) in individuals under the age of 65. The study, published in Circulation Arrhythmia and Electrophysiology, reveals that young Afib patients face higher rates of severe health complications, including heart failure, stroke, and heart attacks, challenging previous beliefs about the impact of this common arrhythmia in younger populations. The …

Read more

Skincare Secrets to Lower Your Risk of Stroke – Experts Reveal the Key Treatments to Prevent Serious Consequences

by

New York, NY – When experiencing difficulty in producing speech or finding the right words, it may be a sign of a transient ischemic attack (TIA), also known as a mini-stroke. Dr. Amin pointed out that during a TIA, words may emerge slurred or jumbled, catching both the speaker and their loved ones off guard. A TIA is a medical emergency, urging anyone encountering it to seek immediate medical attention. The silver lining, as highlighted …

Read more

Broccoli Compound Found to Prevent Stroke Clots – New Study Shows Hope for Stroke Treatment and Prevention

by

SYDNEY, Australia – A groundbreaking study led by researchers from the University of Sydney has uncovered the potential of a natural chemical in broccoli to prevent and treat blood clots that can lead to strokes, which are among the top causes of death globally. After conducting a series of lab tests on compounds commonly found in plants, the team identified a chemical in cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli, with promising anti-clotting properties. Platelets, essential for …

Read more

Plaque Reveal: Shocking Link Found Between Microplastics in Carotid Artery and Heart Attack, Stroke, and Death

by

Naples, Italy – New research published in The New England Journal of Medicine suggests that individuals with microplastics and nanoplastics found in plaque lining a major blood vessel in their neck may face a higher risk of heart attack, stroke, or death. This study is the first to establish a connection between these minuscule plastic particles, resulting from degraded plastic pollution, and cardiovascular disease. Microplastics, particles smaller than 5 millimeters, and nanoplastics, even tinier and …

Read more

**Heart Attack and Stroke Risk Increased by Cannabis Use, New Research Reveals**

by

Boston, Massachusetts – A recent study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association reveals a concerning correlation between cannabis use and adverse cardiovascular outcomes among adults in the United States. The study, which analyzed survey data for 430,000 adults, found that individuals who reported using cannabis, particularly through smoking, eating, or vaporizing it, faced a higher risk of heart attack and stroke. This risk remained significant even after controlling for other factors such …

Read more

Lipoprotein (a) doubles risk of stroke, can’t change with diet – learn what you can do instead

by

Dublin, Ohio – A little-known type of cholesterol runs in families and almost doubles the risk of stroke, experts warn. This specific cholesterol type, known as lipoprotein a, cannot be altered with diet and exercise like other types of cholesterol. It is a major risk factor for heart disease and strokes and is made from ‘sticky’ proteins that interfere with healthy blood flow. However, levels of this specific cholesterol are determined almost entirely by genetics, …

Read more