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Around 1.3 million people in the UK have been diagnosed with AF but it is thought that a further 500,000 have the condition which puts them at a five-fold higher risk of stroke. The British Heart Foundation which partfunded the research says it highlights the need for AF screening and diagnosis. The University of Leeds […]
STROKE risk increases if you’re overweight or obese, reveals the Stroke Association. How much should you weigh to prevent deadly stroke symptoms?
MINI stroke symptoms are the same as those of a stroke, but they tend to only last for a few minutes or hours. It’s important to be aware of all the signs because a mini stroke could mean you’re at risk of having a full stroke in the near future, which can have fatal consequences. […]
Mini strokes are also known as a TIA – a transient ischaemic attack. Like strokes, a TIA is caused by a blood clot blocking an artery leading to the brain. The main symptoms are the same as those of a stroke, and usually begin suddenly. The difference is the symptoms only last for a few […]
FIBRE deficiency can occur if you have a poor diet, which does not contain enough fruit, vegetables and carbohydrates. This can increase your risk of developing stroke, heart disease and diabetes among other conditions. Follow these NHS-recommended diet tips to avoid a fibre deficiency.
BLOOD pressure changes depending on many factors including the time of day, level of exercise and diet. You may have high blood pressure, increasing your risk of a stroke and heart disease, if you have a high salt diet or don’t exercise regularly. Eating this 26p a portion vegetable could slash your blood pressure, helping […]
More women than men in Canada die as a result of a stroke, according to the Heart & Stroke 2018 Stroke Report.
A stroke is a serious medical emergency that requires immediate treatment, according to the NHS. It’s caused by the blood supply to part of the brain becoming cut off. The condition can lead to widespread and long-lasting problems, including difficulty moving, incontinence, and communication problems. Stroke symptoms include a drooping face on one side, difficulty […]
Stroke symptoms usually begin suddenly and depend on the part of your brain affected and the extent of the damage. The main symptoms can be remembered with F.A.S.T., according to the NHS. It advises to look out for the following: F for face – the face may have dropped on one side, the person may […]
Mini strokes are also known as a TIA – a transient ischaemic attack. Like strokes, a TIA is caused by a blood clot blocking an artery leading to the brain. The symptoms are the same as those of a stroke, and usually begin suddenly. The difference is the symptoms only last for a few minutes […]
