
Urinary tract and other infections may trigger different kinds of stroke
First published on ScienceDaily.com Several infections have been identified as possible stroke triggers, with urinary tract infections showing the strongest link with ischemic stroke, according to new research in the American Heart Association's journal Stroke....

Long work hours associated with increased risk of stroke
First published on ScienceDaily.com Working long hours for 10 years or more may be associated with stroke. People under age 50 had a higher risk of stroke when working long hours for a decade or more. People who worked long hours had a higher risk of stroke,...

Da Vinci’s hand impairment caused by nerve damage, not stroke
First published on ScienceDaily.com New analysis of 16th-century drawing by Italian doctors concludes da Vinci's right hand affected by ulnar palsy, rather than stroke A fainting episode causing traumatic nerve damage affecting his right hand could be why Leonardo da...

New ORUEN Round Table discussion: NOACs in Secondary Stroke Prevention
This Round Table Discussion reviews NOACs in secondary stroke prevention. Following completion of this activity, learners will be able to: Recall key scientific data of the NOAC trials in SPAF incl. secondary stroke prevention Outline key clinical questions when...

Should obesity be treated as any other disease?
"European Obesity Day celebrated every May, brings people together to raise awareness and increase knowledge about obesity and the many other diseases on which it impacts. The aim is to get coordinated action to improve the prevention and treatment of obesity and...