The majority of strokes could be prevented, according to new guidelines aimed at helping people and their doctors do just that. Stroke was the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. in 2023 ...

The AHA's ACLS course builds on the foundation of lifesaving BLS skills, emphasizing the importance of continuous, high-quality CPR. Reflects science and education from the American Heart Association ...

2019;10:780-792. doi:10.1111/jdi.12932 Bushnell C, Kernan WN, Sharrief AZ, et al. 2024 Guideline for the Primary Prevention of Stroke: A Guideline From the American Heart Association/American Stroke ...

With an old stroke, tissue scarring may appear as white spots on an MRI or CT scan. A TCD may reveal signs of obstructed or re-routed blood flow. Silent strokes are more common than classic strokes.

and thus the blog fosters the involvement of the younger members of the stroke community with the journal and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. We hope that the posts will ...

Women who have had a stroke may be less likely than men to take medications to prevent a second stroke, with Mexican American women reporting the highest rates of nonadherence, according to new ...

Physical activity is an effective modifiable behavior for preventing recurrent strokes. This study aims to determine the adherence to physical activity recommendations among stroke survivors in the ...

In fact, people who are more active have a 25% to 30% lower risk of stroke than the least active people, according to the American Heart Association. Exercise has also been found to reduce the ...

Learn why and how ASHE partnered with Providence St. Peter Hospital on a decarbonization feasibility study to electrify the existing hospital’s heat.

The AHA established the AHA Preferred Cybersecurity Provider (APCP) Program as part of its continued commitment to support our members as they develop and implement their cybersecurity strategies and ...

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