(NewsNation) — Most Americans likely know at least a little about the signs of a stroke. While early intervention is vital for a positive outcome, medical experts also stress the need to prevent ...

A stroke, sometimes called a brain attack, occurs when something blocks blood supply to part of the brain or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts. In either case, parts of the brain become damaged ...

Medically reviewed by Huma Sheikh, MD Key Takeaways High blood pressure and atherosclerosis are common causes of strokes.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Every three minutes and 40 seconds, someone in the U.S. has a stroke. It’s the fifth leading cause of death nationwide—and in Duval County, the impact is even more alarming.

I read recently that stroke is one of the leading causes of death for women. I thought strokes mostly were a problem for men.

Dear Dr. Roach: In February, I had a stroke. I received no warning, and the stroke affected my left side. My doctor put me on blood pressure medication, but not a blood thinner. The stroke has left me ...

A sudden, severe headache isn't normal. A neurologist explains how intense head pain can signal a stroke, other warning signs ...

A stroke occurs when the flow of blood to part of the brain is cut off or significantly reduced. Without the oxygen carried by the blood, brain cells can die quickly, which can cause permanent brain ...

The mechanisms underlying poststroke depression (PSD), a common and debilitating complication of stroke, are unclear. Is it neurobiological, psychosocial, or both? Two studies offer new insight into ...