April 9, 2026

Could Low Birth Weight Raise Odds for an Early Stroke?

Being born especially tiny might confer a long-term rise in risk for stroke at a relatively young age, new data suggests.

April 7, 2026

Folks With Clogged Arteries Benefit From Aggressively Lower Cholesterol Goal

Aggressively lowering high cholesterol can cut the risk of heart attack or stroke by about a third among people with clogged arteries, a new study says.

March 9, 2026

Illicit Drugs Raise Stroke Risk, Even for Younger Adults

Smoking weed, taking a hit of cocaine or popping some amphetamines can raise a person’s risk of stroke – even if they’re a younger adult.

March 8, 2026

A-Fib Drug Could Interact With Blood Thinners, Increase Risk Of Dangerous Bleeding

People with abnormal heart rhythms could be at risk of dangerous bleeding from a serious combination of prescription medications, a new study says.