For the first time in a decade, the American Heart Association has updated its guidelines on primary stroke prevention.

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Scientists have discovered a way to predict the risk of stroke using pictures of blood vessels at the back of our eyes.

Researchers have developed a retinal 'vascular fingerprint' that can predict stroke risk as effectively as traditional ...

They also weighed more, had higher blood pressure, and lower levels of 'good' cholesterol, all of which are known risk factors for stroke. In all, 118 retinal vascular measurable indicators were ...

A vascular 'fingerprint' on the light sensitive tissue layer at the back of the eye—the retina—can predict a person's risk of ...

Carrying excess weight places significant strain on the cardiovascular system, increasing risks of life-threatening conditions like stroke and heart attack.

The complexity of cholesterol's role in the body is akin to a hidden dance, where balance and harmony are key. This article ...

People who live close to airports and are exposed to high aircraft noise levels could be at greater risk of poor heart function, increasing the likelihood of heart attacks, life-threatening heart ...

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