Strokes remain among the leading causes of death and disability worldwide, often developing from underlying health conditions that frequently go undet ...

People with high blood pressure who slept for shorter durations were more likely to show poor cognitive function and increased levels of markers of brain aging and injury, a new study has found.

Nov. 13, 2024 — People with conditions or habits such as high blood pressure, an irregular heartbeat called atrial fibrillation, or smoking, not only have a higher risk of stroke, they may also ...

This is a scary reality, especially since many of the stroke risk factors are pretty silent (like high cholesterol and high blood pressure) ― until they’re not. But just because some of the ...

Thus, what would be the optimal target of BP levels for hypertension to be considered 'optimally controlled´ in AF patients? In an analysis of pooled data from the Stroke Prevention using an Oral ...

Both atherosclerosis and arteriosclerosis cause artery damage, but the way this happens differs. Here’s what you need to know ...

The technology, the Neurogard IEP System, is an FDA-approved device designed to reduce the risk of stroke during and after ...

Background and Objective: While a number of conditions and risk factors that increase stroke risk have been identified, arterial hypertension is the most consistent and powerful predictor.

21, 2024 — Scientists have discovered how long-term treatment of high blood pressure with commonly prescribed ... Blood Pressure High for Years? Beware of Stroke Risk July 23, 2024 — Years ...

The association between hospital-diagnosed migraine and increased risks to cardiovascular health cannot be attributed to ...

the most common cause of strokes are hypertension (high blood pressure) and atherosclerosis (causing blocked arteries). Other common causes include: Other factors contributing to your risk of stroke ...

Hypertension or elevated blood pressure (BP) is a worldwide clinical challenge and the leading primary risk factor for kidney dysfunctions, heart failure, and cerebrovascular disease. The kidney is a ...