Aug 27, 2019 | News, Stress and Depression
Many studies have highlighted perceived psychosocial stress and depression as a key risk factor for stroke (1). While depression is often the result of a stroke, it also increases your chance of having a stroke in the first place (2) (3) . People suffering from...
Aug 23, 2019 | Diabetes, News
Diabetes is one of the leading causes of death in the world. It can cause many health complications and is known to increase the risk of stroke. (1) But the level of risk is influenced by a number of factors, including the type of diabetes, a person’s age, sex and...
Aug 23, 2019 | News, Smoking
We all know smoking is bad for us. It’s been linked with all kinds of diseases, including stroke. But sometimes even the cold hard facts aren’t enough to make us want to kick the habit. If you’re considering cutting down or giving up, keep in mind these positive...
Aug 23, 2019 | News, Smoking
Studies suggest smoking increases the risk of stroke (1). But how exactly does smoking affect the structure and function of the brain to potentially cause a fatal stroke? Here are a few facts to explain: Smoking changes the function of the brain Long-term...
Aug 23, 2019 | High Cholesterol, News
When we think about high cholesterol, we probably imagine a big plate of greasy food. It’s true that eating a diet high in saturated fat won’t do anything to help keep your heart healthy and your cholesterol under control. But there are a few facts you might be...
