May 13, 2013: How to Quickly Spot Signs of Stroke: Experts
Prompt recognition and treatment offer best chance of full recovery

May 09, 2013: Pets a Boon for the Human Heart, Cardiologists Say
American Heart Association cites stress-busting, dog-walking benefits of companion animals

May 02, 2013: 'What's Bad for the Heart Also Bad for the Brain'
Smoking, diabetes, other things that harm physical health linked to poorer mental function, study says

April 30, 2013: Many Stroke Patients Don't Call 911, Study Finds
Ambulance can speed diagnosis and lifesaving treatment

April 30, 2013: Men Who Are Obese While Young Can Pay a Price Later
Danish study found overweight males in their 20s had worse health in middle age

April 24, 2013: 'Gut Reaction' May Predict Cardiovascular Risk
Higher levels of stomach substance called TMAO linked to heart attack, stroke, study suggests

April 24, 2013: Living in 'Stroke Belt' as Teen May Raise Future Risk
Study looked at whether adults eventually had a stroke and compared areas where they had lived

April 23, 2013: Air Pollution May Speed Hardening of Arteries
Study found people exposed to higher levels showed more thickening of vessels

April 23, 2013: Even in Young Adults, Binge Drinking May Harm Circulation
Study of college students found changes that could lead to future heart troubles

April 18, 2013: Hard Physical Labor May Boost Risk of Heart Disease, Stroke: Studies
Researcher says higher mental stress, lower income could be factors

April 17, 2013: Could Turtle Gene Findings Aid Human Health?
The slow-moving reptiles might offer clues about stroke and heart attack recovery, researchers say

April 17, 2013: Seriously Stressed? Hair Analysis Tells All, Study Finds
Single strand may yield evidence about heart-harmful hormone levels in seniors, researchers say

April 16, 2013: Heart Scarring May Be More Dangerous Than Thought, Study Suggests
Anomaly in a cardiac pumping chamber shows up on EKG and is tied to higher heart failure rate

April 15, 2013: Why Some Stroke Survivors Struggle With Communication
Efforts at language impaired when function has to shift to the right side of the brain, researchers say

April 08, 2013: Compound in Red Meat, Energy Drinks May Have Heart Disease Link
Gut bacteria break down carnitine into another substance that damages blood vessels, study finds

April 05, 2013: Less Salt, More Potassium = Millions of Lives Saved
Modest dietary changes would reduce risk of stroke, heart disease, studies confirm

April 04, 2013: Chronic Pain Often Follows Stroke
Study found the pain is also related to greater disability

April 01, 2013: Heart Risks May Also Point to Dementia Risk
Study looked at factors like blood pressure and cholesterol levels

March 28, 2013: More Dietary Fiber Might Help Thwart Stroke: Study
Simple measures include adding fruits, veggies to your diet, experts say

March 22, 2013: Physically Fit Docs More Likely to Prescribe Exercise, Study Finds
Boosting physicians' fitness might have trickle-down effect for entire population, experts say

March 21, 2013: Excess Salt a Factor in 2.3 Million Deaths Annually Worldwide
Study finds overconsumption may have contributed to 15 percent of heart-related fatalities in 2010

March 21, 2013: Most of World's Adults Consume Too Much Salt, Study Finds
Majority taking in double the recommended amount, increasing their health risks

March 19, 2013: Stroke Before Age 50 Linked to Raised Risk of Early Death
Study authors stress that improved diet, quitting smoking can minimize the odds

March 18, 2013: Study Probes Use of Filter Device to Stop Deadly Blood Clots
Hospitals' use of vena cava filters varies widely, probably because evidence is lacking of benefit

March 15, 2013: With Certain Strokes, Effects Can Persist a Decade Later
'Survivorship care plans' might help people cope with quality-of-life concerns, study suggests

March 15, 2013: Incoherent Text Messages May Signal Stroke, Doctors Say
Case study describes man whose only clear symptom was not realizing his messages were garbled

March 14, 2013: Can Green Tea, Coffee Reduce Stroke Risk?
Large Japanese study didn't prove cause and effect, however

March 14, 2013: Clot Buster Safe for Stroke Patients on Blood Thinners: Study
Fears that giving tPA to those taking aspirin or Plavix might raise risk of brain bleeds largely unfounded, researchers say

March 12, 2013: Quitting Cigarettes Cuts Heart Risks, Even If You Gain Weight
Long-term study shows cardiac-health benefits in kicking the habit despite added pounds

March 12, 2013: Blood Test Plus Targeted Care May Stop Heart Failure Before It Starts
Coordination between primary care docs and cardiologists is key to prevention, study suggests

March 11, 2013: Bypass Patients Fare Equally Well With or Without Heart-Lung Machine
Three studies find no differences in outcomes, even for the frail or elderly

March 11, 2013: Obese New Mothers May Have Higher Heart Attack, Stroke Risk
Large Danish study looked at young women who'd recently given birth

March 11, 2013: Niacin Won't Help, May Harm Heart Patients: Study
Taking the B vitamin offered no benefit in lowering cardiac deaths or heart attacks, researchers say

March 11, 2013: Drug May Ease Angina in People With Type 2 Diabetes
Ranexa shows effectiveness, especially in patients with poor blood sugar control, study finds

March 11, 2013: New Drugs Might Give Heart Patients an Edge
Cangrelor, Inspra and inclacumab seem to improve outcomes in company-funded trials

March 11, 2013: Was Heart Disease the Mummies' Real Curse?
Study finds 'hardening of the arteries' widespread throughout history, showing it's not just a modern ill

March 08, 2013: Neurology Group Lists Procedures That May Be Unneeded
AAN asks doctors, patients to question procedures as part of Choosing Wisely campaign

March 07, 2013: Walking Program Helps Stroke Survivors Get On With Life
Jamaican study eased people back into walking alone without fear

March 05, 2013: Sound Sleep Helps the Heart, Expert Says
Between 6 and 8 hours nightly is ideal

March 05, 2013: Scans That Gauge Heart Scarring May Spot High-Risk Patients
Advanced MRI could become aid in guiding cardiovascular treatment, study authors say

March 05, 2013: Eye-Tracking Tool Might Quickly Spot Stroke
Small, preliminary study found it could tell difference between vertigo, stroke with complete accuracy

February 28, 2013: Blocked Heart Arteries May Be Key Risk Factor for Stroke
The more calcium inside vessels, the higher the odds for the brain attacks, study found

February 27, 2013: Niacin-Statin Combo May Cause Side Effects for Heart Patients
Study found that about one-quarter of participants dropped the vitamin due to adverse effects

February 26, 2013: Another Study Says Mediterranean Diet Good for the Heart
It beat a low-fat eating plan in helping high-risk people avoid cardiovascular problems

February 25, 2013: Experts Dispute Value of Checking Kids' Blood Pressure
Task force finds insufficient data to support testing, but others say it's essential

February 20, 2013: High-Antioxidant Diet May Not Prevent Stroke, Dementia, Study Finds
Instead, the type of antioxidant-rich food you eat might be key, experts say

February 20, 2013: 1 in 8 Americans Diagnosed With Type 2 Diabetes: Poll
Only 21 percent of those interviewed say they're well-versed on the disease, Harris Interactive/HealthDay survey finds

February 19, 2013: Racial Gap Persists in Women's Heart Health Knowledge: Survey
While awareness has increased for everyone, minorities still lag behind, researchers say

February 12, 2013: When Trees Die Off, Human Health May Also Suffer
Study can't prove cause-and-effect, but supports link between people and the environment

February 11, 2013: Cut Salt, Save 500,000 U.S. Lives Over a Decade, Study Finds
Strategy would greatly reduce deaths from stroke and heart attack, experts say