Strokes are a leading cause of death in the U.S., with nearly 800,000 people experiencing one every year. On average, a stroke occurs every 40 seconds in the country. These numbers are jarring and ...

"Don't dismiss the signs. There were so many signs that I completely overlooked," stroke survivor Tri’Sheena Stokes said.

Gordon Robb had a bleed on his brain but was reluctant to seek emergency care after not experiencing the usual symptoms of the condition ...

*A stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is interrupted, either by a blocked artery or bleeding, causing potential brain cell damage. Symptoms vary depending on the affected brain area and the ...

*A temporary medical episode that mimics the effects of a stroke could be your body’s way of signaling that a far more serious event is on the horizon, health experts warn. Known as a transient ...

The term “ministroke” can be a bit of a head-scratcher: How can there be a tiny form of a full-blown medical emergency? Thanks to the misleading modifier, it’s often perceived as something you don’t ...

Because of the trust you have with your patients, you are in a unique position to notice, evaluate, and act on neurologic and other conditions your patients experience. As you are interacting with ...

CLEVELAND — When sweltering-hot temperatures arrive, it’s important for you to take extra precautions to avoid any heat-related illnesses. But do you know the signs and symptoms to watch for when it ...

Warning strokes can last for less than a minute but require immediate medical attention. Strokes are a leading cause of death in the US, with nearly 800,000 people experiencing one every year. On ...