Best hospital for stroke patients might not be the closest one, experts say
May 20, 2019
A new policy statement from the American Stroke Association looks to boost stroke prevention, treatment and recovery.
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At 38, he survived 3 strokes: 'It broke me down, but it also enlightened me'
May 16, 2019
Almost five years after three strokes hit Lee Stroy, the young father of five had to relearn basic life skills.
Study finds higher risk of stroke-linked plaque in men, possible test for women
May 16, 2019
Men are more likely to develop dangerous plaque buildup in their neck arteries, but a protein hormone might be a helpful warning sign in women, new research suggests.
This neurologist went from dropout to doctor of the year
May 14, 2019
Wyoming's Dr. David B. Wheeler has been an encouraging voice for patients who live in rural areas. He's learned a lot since quitting school at 16.
A Stroke Month love story – and so much more
May 13, 2019
Moyamoya disease forced Tara MacInnes to undergo two brain surgeries at 17 and give up on her childhood dream. It also prompted her to become an advocate, a thrill-seeker, a counselor and, now, a newlywed.
Olympic great Michael Johnson wants you to think F.A.S.T.
May 6, 2019
Michael Johnson's quick reaction to his stroke was a big reason for his stellar recovery.
The often-overlooked connection between sleep troubles and stroke
May 2, 2019
A new report examines the impact sleep apnea and other sleep problems have on stroke recovery and recurrence.
A stroke slowed Olympic legend Michael Johnson. Responding F.A.S.T. sped his recovery.
May 1, 2019
As American Stroke Month begins, Olympic track legend and former world record holder Michael Johnson talks about his newest label – stroke survivor – and the importance of F.A.S.T.
AP: John Singleton, director of 'Boyz N the Hood,' dies at 51 after stroke
Apr 29, 2019
Director John Singleton died Monday almost two weeks after having a stroke.
Missed osteoporosis screening puts stroke survivors at fracture risk
Apr 25, 2019
Doctors are missing a chance to help stroke survivors prevent fractures, a new study suggests.