After a stroke, diabetes could worsen brain function
May 14, 2020
Having Type 2 diabetes could cause cognitive impairment in stroke survivors, according to new research that points out the need to aggressively treat prediabetes.
May 14, 2020
Having Type 2 diabetes could cause cognitive impairment in stroke survivors, according to new research that points out the need to aggressively treat prediabetes.
Feb 19, 2020
Strokes become more severe as the daily temperature fluctuates, a South Korean study suggests.
Feb 17, 2020
Hemorrhagic strokes – the deadliest and hardest to treat – were more severe in people with both diabetes and Alzheimer’s disease, a new study suggests.
Feb 12, 2020
Depression hits some hard after a stroke, and a new study suggests knowing when and how to screen for it is critical.
Jan 9, 2020
Even without underlying heart disease, first-time stroke survivors had an increased risk of serious heart problems within 30 days.
Dec 4, 2019
Specially outfitted vehicles with lifesaving equipment can provide care to stroke patients faster, according to a new study.
Nov 7, 2019
Writing "Identity Theft" became a key part of Debra Meyerson’s recovery after a stroke.
Nov 7, 2019
Despite national data showing a decrease in stroke mortality, stroke deaths for middle-aged Americans are rising in more than half of all U.S. counties.
Oct 17, 2019
Post-traumatic stress disorder may increase the risk of stroke at a younger age, according to a new study in veterans.
Sep 26, 2019
People with a history of stroke are less likely than those with heart disease to get cholesterol-lowering statins despite the benefits, new research shows.
Guidelines Resource Center
The American Heart Association regularly releases guidelines and scientific statements for preventing and treating heart disease and stroke.
What do these guidelines mean for you? Should you change your medications? Should you see a doctor for treatment? How do you know if you’re healthy? You’ll find answers here in the Guidelines Resource Center.