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

Eight years ago, at the age of 53, Jeff Miller woke up, got out of bed and fell to the floor. Although he was having trouble seeing, he managed to get down the stairs to the first floor of his home ...

Stroke is a leading cause of death in the U.S. and is a major cause of serious disability for adults. It is caused by a sudden loss of blood flow to the brain and is a medical emergency. Every minute ...

Stroke and heart attack are life-threatening conditions that require emergency medical attention, but they differ in the affected organ and symptoms.

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

May is Stroke Awareness Month, and stroke is the nation's fifth-leading cause of death and is a leading cause of adult disability -- so getting the right treatment as quickly as possible is critical.

The 42-year-old actor and rapper with the stage name Childish Gambino said he had a stroke last year and later had heart ...

It was a regular day on the basketball court when Chicago teen Mekhi Bailey took a hit to the neck — nothing unusual for an active kid. But the next morning, one side of his face and body drooped.

Chronic snoring may signal Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), a serious condition linked to high blood pressure, stroke, and ...

A heart attack and stroke are both medical emergencies caused by sudden disruption of blood flow, but they affect different ...