Prehospital Blood Test Can Rapidly Differentiate Stroke Types
Glial fibrillary acidic protein concentrations strongly elevated in patients with intracerebral hemorrhage versus ischemic stroke, stroke mimics
Flossing Linked to Lower Risk for Ischemic, Cardioembolic Stroke, A-Fib
Significant dose-effect seen between flossing frequency and reduction in incident ischemic stroke
Propranolol May Reduce Overall Stroke Risk in Women With Migraine
Protective effect more pronounced for ischemic stroke and in women with migraine without aura
Many Very Preterm Infants Experience Pain
Authors note that smallest babies who were most exposed to pain may be undertreated
Sleep Apnea Surgery Linked to Lower Risk for Car Accidents for Patients
Risk for motor vehicle accidents lower compared with undergoing CPAP therapy or no treatment
Intensive BP Control Linked to Long-Term Cognitive Benefits
Rates of both MCI and composite of MCI or probable dementia lower with intensive treatment in extended follow-up study
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Tied to Shorter Life Expectancy
Authors attribute finding to modifiable risk factors and unmet support and treatment needs for co-occurring conditions
Women Face Higher Risk for Long COVID
Findings independent of age, pregnancy, and menopausal status
Updated Heart Disease, Stroke Statistics Presented for 2025
Many of the risk factors for heart disease are continuing to increase
Prolonged REM Latency Potential Marker for Alzheimer Disease
Highest tertile of REM latency associated with higher Aβ burden, elevated p-tau181, reduced BDNF levels
