Stroke can happen to anyone – an expert explains how to spot the signs and act fast

A stroke can strike suddenly and without warning, but quick recognition and immediate medical attention can mean the ...
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Jacksonville has its first stroke treatment ambulance, study says it’s not always cost-effective

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Mayor Donna Deegan and the Jacksonville Fire Rescue Department just cut the ribbon on northeast Florida’s first “mobile stroke treatment unit,” an ambulance given to the city by ...
Everyday Health

First Aid

First aid refers to the immediate care given to an injured or ill person until full medical treatment is available. You might perform CPR for cardiac arrest, apply pressure to stop bleeding, or use an ...
Cleveland.com

Brain implant for stroke: Cleveland restaurant icon among first to try new treatment

CLEVELAND, Ohio —Tommy Fello, owner of the iconic Tommy’s Restaurant in Cleveland Heights, hadn’t missed a day in the kitchen in 19 years — until he had a stroke on Christmas Day 2023. Even after ...
New Atlas

First new stroke and UTI drugs in 30 years get FDA approval

A new antibiotic to treat stubborn urinary tract infection (UTI) and a blood-clot-dissolving intravenous treatment for acute ischemic stroke have been granted approval by the US Food and Drug ...
Science Daily

A psychedelic surprise: DMT helps the brain heal after stroke

Scientists have discovered that DMT, a natural compound found in plants and even the human brain, can dramatically reduce ...
Post-Bulletin

Mayo Clinic Q&A: Aphasia can be the first sign of stroke

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My mom had a stroke recently and is really struggling with her speech. She's in speech therapy, but could you please tell me more about this side effect of a stroke? ANSWER: Aphasia ...