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Silent strokes take a quiet toll
A new study found 10 percent of participants had previous damage from silent strokes, according to Stroke: Journal of the American Heart Association.
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Diabetes ratings show room for improvement
One of Mankato Clinic's sites is tops in the region when it comes to diabetes care, but another is the lowest, exposing the challenges health care companies face in developing standards, according to a report ...
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DG041 Blocks Platelet Aggregation Through A Novel Mechanism And Does...
Main Category: Cardiovascular / Cardiology Also Included In: Clinical Trials / Drug Trials ; Pharma Industry / Biotech Industry Article Date: 01 Jul 2008 - 1:00 PDT deCODE genetics announced positive topline ...
The Heart and Stroke Foundation's Big Bike made some big cash on its pedal through Victoria, Sidney and Langford.
NIH funding vital to MCG mission
Every day we hear about how scientific research improves and saves lives. Because of research, Helen Whitehead of Swainsboro, Ga.
Women and stroke: what you need to know
Knowing your risk and what the symptoms are could save your life. At age 38, Nicole Reeder had a massive stroke.
High blood pressure can be serious
Among the medical community it is known commonly as "The silent killer." High blood pressure or hypertension can be deadly if left untreated.
Every once in a while here at the Journal, we get to do stories that can't help but make you feel good.
Stroke claims 1,800 lives every day, says expert
ALARMING DATA: State IMA president-elect R. Gunasekaran speaking at the World Stroke Day function in Tiruchi on Tuesday.
Risks, Symptoms Of Stroke Not Same For Men, Women
Strokes are the nation's third leading cause of death but the risk factors and symptoms of a stroke are not the same for men and women.
Middle-Aged People Suffering Silent Strokes Don't Know It
Middle-aged people, who felt quite healthy, appeared to have several silent strokes without even knowing about that.
Stroke Centers The American Stroke Association says that anytime is the right time to know the signs of a stroke.
One in 10 has had a silent stroke: Study
Sunday, June 29, 2008 Routine brain scans in a group of middle-aged people showed that 10 per cent of them had suffered a stroke without knowing it, raising their risk for further strokes and memory loss, US ...
Commentary: Tory patient power will be popular - but will it work?
The Conservatives today signalled an end to targets in the NHS, relying instead on patient power to improve the service.
Leukemia Drug May Improve Stroke Treatment
June 23, 2008 - A leukemia drug may help make a clot-busting drug used to treat strokes more effective and safer to use.
June 26, 2008 -- It's possible to have a stroke and not realize it immediately. So it's wise to know the signs.
Coronary Artery Disease Patients Who Do Not Respond To Plavix May Benefit From An Alternative Drug
Research is currently underway at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore on three drugs for patients suffering from coronary artery disease that do not respond to clopidogrel .
Framework For Future Research In The Diagnosis And Treatment Of Atrial Fibrillation
Main Category: Cardiovascular / Cardiology Also Included In: Conferences ; Stroke / Neuroprotection Article Date: 24 Jun 2008 - 3:00 PDT Seeking to set the agenda for urgent research in the field of Atrial ...
Thrombosis Guidelines Emphasize Difficult Choices for Pregnant Women
Published as a supplement in the June issue of CHEST, the peer-reviewed journal of the American College of Chest Physicians , Antithrombotic and Thrombolytic Therapy: ACCP Evidence-Based Clinical Practice ...