Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the U.S., which should make heart health a focus for the majority of the population. But despite how serious — and deadly — ...

A common drug used to prevent migraines might have an additional benefit -- protecting women against stroke.Women takin ...

After adjusting for potential confounders (age, sex, race, use of birth control, pregnancy), findings showed propranolol use was associated with a significant reduction in the risk of stroke among ...

Propranolol, a beta blocker medication used for treating high blood pressure and preventing migraines, may lower ischemic stroke risk in women who experience migraines frequently.

Stacie Moore and Bethanne Harris might not seem like typical stroke victims—but their stories are a reminder that strokes can ...

Cardiovascular diseases, which include heart disease and stroke, claimed more lives in the U.S. than all forms of cancer and ...

Teen obesity increases stroke risk in women, highlighting the need for early intervention and weight management.

People using weed for medical purposes are as likely -- or more -- to become addicted to cannabis as recreational tokers, a ...

The order is the most widespread government intrusion into the private lives of trans people since gay sex was legalized in ...

Why do people in some parts of the country seem to be more at risk of certain diseases than others? Research is now pointing ...

Stroke risk can be reduced through lifestyle changes such as maintaining a balanced diet, staying active, quitting smoking, limiting alcohol intake, managing chronic conditions, and reducing stress.

In the case of a heart attack, the blood flow to your heart is suddenly blocked. In comparison, a stroke occurs when there is a sudden interruption of blood flow to your brain. Both events are ...