Strokes are the fifth leading cause of death in the United States. But there are ways you can lower your risk.

Heat-related illnesses can affect anyone. Officials say prolonged exposure to extreme heat without relief can cause health issues ranging from mild to severe and, in some cases, even death.

Swedish researchers found the increased risk after examining 22 years of health data from almost 100,000 women and the results could have implications for millions.

In short, a simple blood test might one day help paramedics and doctors quickly tell whether a stroke is due to a clot or a ...

Hollywood has shaped how many people imagine a heart attack—someone clutching their chest and collapsing dramatically. But ...

The common signs of stroke affect a person’s balance, eyes, face, arms and speech. These signs require timely action and are ...

DR. ROACH WRITES: I recently had the occasion outside the hospital to recognize an ongoing stroke in a person who did not immediately recognize the importance of his symptoms.

According to WHO, heart attacks and strokes are usually acute events mainly caused by a blockage that prevents blood from ...