Mounting 'social determinants' could magnify stroke risk
Jul 16, 2020
The cumulative effect of several social factors can more than double the risk of stroke, according to new research.
Jul 16, 2020
The cumulative effect of several social factors can more than double the risk of stroke, according to new research.
Jul 16, 2020
Over a span of 13 years, the rate of repeat strokes in Mexican American adults declined faster than in their non-Hispanic white peers, according to a new study.
Jul 15, 2020
Researchers have found links between sudden changes in income and subsequent heart and brain problems.
Jul 15, 2020
A new scientific statement explores the various ways housing and neighborhoods can affect cardiovascular risk.
Jul 14, 2020
Kansas meteorologist Mark Larson kept up a healthy lifestyle, but he couldn't out-diet or out-exercise his genetics.
Jul 14, 2020
With campuses closed and work curtailed, researchers face long-term consequences from the coronavirus pandemic.
Jul 13, 2020
Before Timothy Omundson landed his role on "This Is Us," he almost died of a stroke that came with no warning.
Jul 13, 2020
Black people experience a twofold higher mortality rate from high blood pressure, the often-called "silent killer," a new study shows.
Jul 9, 2020
Animals can play a big role in launching viruses – but humans set the stage.
Jul 8, 2020
Humans evolved to be with one another, researchers say. Here's how to keep close while keeping distant.
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