In a classic research-based TEDx Talk, Dr. Lara Boyd describes how neuroplasticity gives you the power to shape the brain … More
Category: Brain Train
Coaching after a Stroke
More than 20 years ago, my husband Paul suffered a devastating stroke. Paul was 36, I was 31. My good friend … More
Mediterranean diet can reduce your Stroke and CVD risk.
New research says a Mediterranean diet high in fresh fruit and veges can reduce the risk of heart attack and … More
Stroke recovery in mice improved by Ambien, study shows
Date: December 18, 2015 Source: Stanford University Medical Center Summary: Mice that had strokes rebounded significantly faster if they received low doses of … More
Stroke detecting software to be rolled out across New Zealand
Health Minister Jonathan Coleman, left, meets with stroke patient Judith Allen at Wellington Hospital, assisted by clinical nurse Lai-Kin Wong. … More
Crankiness could cause your heart attack.
Careful your tantrum doesn’t turn in to a heart attack. The risk of having a heart attack shoots up following … More
Stroke app provides hope in the face of concerning stats
Thursday, 10 April 2014, 12:45 pm Press Release: AUT University Stroke app provides hope in the face of concerning stroke … More
Controllable Risk Factors – Atrial Fibrillation
Controllable Risk Factors – Atrial Fibrillation Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a major risk factor for stroke, making a person five … More
TIA
TIA means: T = Transient I = Ischemic A = Attack A transient ischemic attack (TIA) is an event, sometimes … More
Controllable Risk Factors – Tobacco Use & Smoking
How is smoking linked to stroke? Smoking doubles the risk for stroke when compared to a non-smoker. It reduces the … More
