Stroke can be devastating and life-changing but there are lifestyle changes you can make today to reduce your risk.

Smoking increases your stroke risk because the harmful chemicals in tobacco contribute tot he buildup of plaque in your arteries, increasing the risk of blood clots, reducing the amount of oxygen ...

Stroke is the leading cause of serious long-term disability and among the top five causes of death in the United States: more ...

A stroke nurse has revealed the eight essential things to do to avoid a stroke and negate key risk factors, with many unaware ...

By Liberty Gilbert and Melissa Patrick Kentucky Health News A recent study finds that people under the age of 50 who smoke heavily have a higher risk of experiencing an unexplained stroke. The study, ...

Smoking also causes blood to become sticky, further increasing the risk of blood clots that can block blood vessels and cause a stroke." 2. Keep a close eye on your blood pressure; it could be a ...

Smoking damages blood vessels ... in arteries and makes blood more likely to clot. Research shows that smokers face at least twice the stroke risk of nonsmokers, with the danger rising with ...

A “painful” symptom when you walk could indicate a potentially deadly health condition. This red flag could indicate high ...