New research shows that dizziness, especially when it appears suddenly and without other obvious symptoms, can sometimes be a sign of stroke. Emergency departments see a notable portion of dizziness ...

Vertigo is an unpleasant symptom triggered by a false sensory signal from your balance system to your brain that your surroundings are spinning, tilting, or moving, which can make you feel dizzy or ...

Vertigo—that feeling of the room spinning around you when you’re stationary—is a relatively common occurrence, but it can certainly feel alarming. About 40% of U.S. adults experience vertigo at some ...

Dear Savvy Senior: What can cause dizziness in older adults? I have dizzy spells from time to time, but I’m not sure what causes it or what I should do about it. — Dizzy Donna Dear Donna: Whether it’s ...

Back pain and dizziness can sometimes co-occur. The cause is usually temporary, and the symptoms resolve without treatment. Other times, the cause may be chronic and require long-term management. Back ...

What can cause dizziness in older adults? I have dizzy spells from time to time but I’m not sure what causes it or what I should do about it. Whether it’s a moment of lightheadedness or the ...