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Stroke
Strokes can take form in a variety of different ways. No one stroke is going to be the same as another. Learn more about the unique circumstances that surround strokes and how you may be able to act preventatively for the future!
Latest Studies Show COVID-19 Increases Risk of Stroke
There are recent studies that suggest that COVID-19 increases the risk of stroke in adults — long before they should have ever been at the risk for such a condition. According to Euro News, there are at least two separate studies that…
Stroke: Your Family History May Increase Risk of Stroke!
Almost 800,000 people in the United States suffer from a stroke every year, primarily for the first time, but there are also those who suffer from strokes recurrently. And, some of the leading causes of such incidents can be boiled down to…
Eye Stroke: Causes and Treatment
When someone refers to a stroke, they’re most likely referring to an occlusion (blockage) in the arteries of the brain that causes brain cell and tissue to die. But these kinds of occlusions can actually occur elsewhere in the body. One of…
Are Marijuana Users at a Risk for Stroke?
Marijuana has been legalized for recreational use in the United States for quite a while now. But there has been recent emerging evidence that suggests that marijuana users are at a higher risk of heart disease or stroke! Does that mean…
Does Stroke Numbness Go Away?
Stroke patients often suffer from a condition called stroke numbness. This takes the form of a fleeting but constant pricking sensation or the complete loss of sensation along the body. Does stroke numbness ever go away? Well… …
The Relationship Between Stroke and Dementia
The relationship between stroke and dementia can be underlined by looking at a condition called vascular dementia. Vascular dementia is the second most common form of dementia, and it’s a condition that is most commonly associated with the…
What is Affected by a Stroke on the Right Side of the Brain?
When a stroke occurs on the left side of the brain, the right side of the body is affected. The reverse is also true — when a stroke occurs on the right side of the brain, the left side of the body is affected. That’s the basic gist of it.…
What is Affected by a Stroke on the Left Side of the Brain?
The effects of a stroke will differ based on where it occurs. So, what is affected by a stroke on the left side of the brain? Depending on the severity of the stroke, a stroke on the left side of the brain may lead you to experience…
Can the Brain Heal Itself After a Stroke?
A stroke occurs when the blood vessels in the brain become blocked or bursts. Either way, the sudden lack of oxygen results in damaged brain cells, and later, the death of brain tissue. Which leads us to our question for the day, can the…
What is the Best Supplement for Strokes?
In order to prevent or recover from a stroke, complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) might be added to your daily retinue. CAM treatments include dietary supplements, which can help you prevent strokes from occurring in the future or…