From a certain high-heeled Mouse to the tiny version of our favorite candy, just the idea of “mini” is psychologically reassuring. But when it comes to a mini stroke, the diminutive prefix does little ...

Life-threatening strokes are in the spotlight. A neurologist explains the symptoms, treatment, and vital prevention steps.

Oftentimes, people can experience what is commonly called a “mini stroke” or “warning stroke” before experiencing a subsequent stroke. Clinically, this is known as a transient ischemic attack, or TIA.

Although most strokes strike suddenly, some develop gradually over weeks or months, often accompanied by subtle warning signs.

Brain stroke concept. Migraine and headache conceptual image, 3D illustration People who have had a transient ischemic attack or minor stroke have a long-term increased stroke risk Their risk for a ...

That sudden headache you brushed off as stress. The dizziness you blamed on not eating enough. The confusion you attributed to being overwhelmed at work. For Black women, these seemingly minor ...

Understanding the key signs of a stroke is your first step toward getting the urgent medical help that is required. Here are ...

A mini-stroke might seem like a close call that passes quickly, but what happens next often catches patients completely off guard. While medical professionals focus on preventing future strokes, they ...

HOW A NEW APP HOPES TO GET YOUR ATTENTION. IT TURNS OUT MOST STROKE SYMPTOMS ARE ACTUALLY MINOR. FOR DOCTOR AMER DE HAAN, THAT’S A MAJOR PROBLEM. PEOPLE TEND TO SHRUG IT OFF. THEIR DECISION CAN BE ...

Stroke risk may be cut by adding aspirin to daily medicine, study finds A stroke can be a life-changing event that can have permanent effects and the risk of having another stroke is high, especially ...