Stroke and Cognition

Study shows long term-effects of immigration on Chinese Americans' cardiovascular health

A new study found that cardiovascular disease risk among Chinese American immigrants increases with length of residence and varies by location in the U.S.

High cholesterol levels at a young age significant risk factor for atherosclerosis

Our risk of developing atherosclerosis -- 'furring' of the arteries -- can begin much earlier in life than was previously thought, highlighting the need to keep cholesterol levels low even when we are young, new research has discovered.

Wearable heart monitor increases diagnosis of irregular heart rhythm

Wearable, long-term continuous heart monitors helped identify 52% more cases of atrial fibrillation compared to usual care, but that did not lead to a reduction in hospitalizations due to stroke, according to a new study.

Is long-term beta-blocker therapy needed after a heart attack?

The appropriate duration of beta-blocker treatment after a heart attack (a myocardial infarction [MI]) is unknown in patients who do not need to take beta-blockers for another reason. In the ABYSS trial, the cardiovascular safety of interrupting beta-blocker could not be shown in comparison with bet...
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Researchers attempted to emulate a clinical trial using data from real patients

Researchers used real-world clinical data to attempt to emulate a randomized controlled trial testing the effectiveness of two blood thinners, apixaban and warfarin, to prevent stroke in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation. The study provides a method to explore the effects of treatments ...
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Borderzone Breakthrough: A new source of cardiac inflammation

Researchers report the discovery of a novel mechanism of cardiac inflammation that may expand therapeutic opportunities to prevent heart attacks from becoming heart failure.

One in 7 Medicare beneficiaries with high body mass index may qualify for anti-obesity drug

A new study estimates that 3.6 million Medicare beneficiaries are most likely to become eligible for semaglutide. The study also estimates eligibility and associated maximum costs if different definitions of cardiovascular risk were to be considered. If Medicare Part D narrowly defines cardiovascula...
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Positive effects of rhythm and music in brain disorder

Music-based movement therapy, known as the Ronnie Gardiner Method, has the potential to contribute to rehabilitation after a stroke and in other brain disorders.

Blood platelet score detects previously unmeasured risk of heart attack and stroke

A new study created a score to identify patients with platelet hyperreactivity and risk of related, future cardiovascular disease.

Nurses play key role in addressing mental well-being for people after a stroke

The latest research indicates that 16% to 85% of people recovering from a stroke experience at least one psychosocial symptom, including depression, anxiety, stress, fatigue and/or decreased quality of life. Critical nursing interventions, such as regular mental health screenings, education, symptom...
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