New research maps the biological toll of drinking
A new review published in the journal Addiction confirms drinking causes substantial harm to health. Some of those…
Four-in-five strokes preventable, Oireachtas briefing told
National cardiovascular risk prevention clinics can help patients control hypertension and reduce their risk of cardiac conditions, clinicians…
National strategy could reduce risk of heart attacks and strokes by 80%, medics say – The Irish Times
The risk of strokes and heart attacks among people aged 35-65 could be reduced by 80 per cent…
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Dr Ray O’Connor concludes his review of recent clinical papers on stroke, and takes a look at the…
Evidence mounts that Long Covid is damaging the hearts of those affected – The Irish Times
Most of us who get Covid recover within a few weeks. But Long Covid, when symptoms last for…
AHA calls for lifelong brain health strategy to prevent cognitive decline
From childhood stress and pollution to sleep, inflammation, and the gut microbiome, the AHA’s new framework shows why…
Brain health shaped by lifetime mental, physical, environmental and lifestyle factors
Statement Highlights:
An individual’s brain health is influenced by their psychological health, environment, sleep quality, social conditions…
Advanced heart, kidney and metabolic disease linked to higher cancer risk
People with advanced heart, kidney and metabolic disease may face a higher risk of developing cancer, according to…
Elevated Lp(a) levels associated with residual cardiovascular risk
New data analyzing more than 20,000 patients from three major NIH studies show that elevated Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] is…
7 dos and dont’s when you spot someone having a stroke – The Irish News
When someone is having a stroke, every second counts and acting quickly can mean the difference between a…
Virtual neurology visits match in-person care outcomes
For people who see a neurology clinician for the first time, a new study has found that…
Triple combination pill reduces recurrent stroke risk
Treatment with GMRx2, a single pill combination of three low-dose blood pressure medicines, significantly reduced the risk of…