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Young strokes rising: What younger adults need to know about silent risks

May 25, 2026

More adults in their 20s to 40s are ending up in hospitals after strokes, a trend that flips the old assumption that strokes only happen to older people. High blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity—once linked mostly to older age groups—are now common in younger adults too. Many don’t even realize th

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Strokes, Climbing, and New Tech: A Chicago Story

May 7, 2026

Lucas Wittwer was only 27 when a fall at a climbing gym sent him into unconsciousness. He woke up feeling fine, but doctors later discovered he had suffered a hemorrhagic stroke caused by an aneurysm. The episode left him with no memory of the days when doctors performed a delicate embolization to s

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Risk of Stroke Tied to Long‑Term Fat Burden in Older Chinese Adults

April 5, 2026

A recent study followed a large group of middle‑aged and older adults in China to see how long‑term fat around the belly affected their chances of having a stroke. Instead of looking at just one moment in time, researchers measured a special score called METS‑VF that combines several health indic

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Unraveling the Mystery of Lasting Sadness After a Stroke

December 31, 2025

A stroke can leave a person feeling down. This is called post-stroke depression (PSD). Sometimes, this sadness sticks around for a long time. Why does this happen? Scientists are trying to figure it out. They looked at genes and how they mix with things like lifestyle, diet, and common health marke

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Radiation Therapy and Brain Blood Flow Issues: What You Need to Know

December 15, 2025

Radiation therapy (RT) is a common treatment for head and neck cancers. But it comes with risks. Studies show that RT can lead to problems with blood flow in the brain. These issues include narrowing of the carotid arteries, strokes, and temporary blockages. This review looked at many studies. It f

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Energy Drinks and Stroke Risk: A Warning from One Man's Experience

December 10, 2025

A man in his 50s, who was generally fit and healthy, discovered a harsh truth about energy drinks. He had been consuming eight cans daily, but this habit led to a serious health scare. Doctors found that his extremely high blood pressure caused a minor stroke, which resulted in lasting damage. It wa

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How Lifestyle Affects Stroke Risk in Middle-Aged Women

May 17, 2025

In the United States, stroke stands as a major health threat, particularly for women. Among those aged 55 to 75, 1 in 5 will face a stroke. This statistic highlights the urgent need for effective prevention strategies. One such tool is the Brain Care Score (BCS). This score is designed to encourage

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Migraine Meds and Stroke Risk: What the Data Shows

February 16, 2025

Migraine sufferers often find relief with medications like valproate, topiramate, metoprolol, timolol, or propranolol. These are commonly prescribed as first-line treatments. But do these meds also lower the risk of ischemic stroke? That's what researchers wanted to find out. They dug into two mass

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The Hidden Link Between Gut Bacteria and Stroke Risk

January 31, 2025

Picture this: Bacteria living in your mouth and gut might be pulling the strings behind strokes. A recent study put two groups under the microscope: 189 people who had strokes and 55 who hadn't. The study found that one particular bacteria, Streptococcus anginosus, was hanging out way more in the s

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The Surprising Link Between Parents' Divorce and Adult Stroke Risk

January 23, 2025

Ever wondered how your parents' divorce could affect you decades later? A new study sheds light on an unexpected connection. Children who grew up with divorced parents may face a higher risk of stroke as adults. The link is so strong that it's comparable to well-known risk factors like diabetes and