A rare case of Epstein-Barr virus-induced Bell’s palsy in an 18-year-old highlights the need for EBV testing in sudden facial ...

Learn the warning signs and symptoms of a stroke from a neurosurgeon, and what to do if you think someone is having a brain ...

Have you ever experienced a sudden, severe headache? What about a moment when words just wouldn’t come out right, even though ...

Research shows that early treatment for stroke can make a huge difference. For example, clot-busting drugs can restore blood ...

About one in three people who have a mini stroke, or a transient ischemic attack, will suffer a stroke eventually.

By Jakie Rodriguez Life can change in an instant. One moment, everything feels routine — you’re ordering your morning coffee, sitting through a meeting, deciding what to eat for dinner — and the ...

Moyamoya disease—a rare, progressive condition that narrows the brain's blood vessels—leads to an increased risk of stroke ...

Middle-aged and older patients with migraine and aura had increased risks for ischemic stroke, with the highest risks among ...

F-A-S-T Fast—F-A-S-T—indicates stroke symptoms. Face. If someone smiles asymmetrically, it may indicate a stroke. Arms. Ask them to stretch. If they can't, it might be a stroke. Speech. You want a ...

With dangerous temperatures mounting in our region, emergency crews are warning the public about the risk of heat stroke.

Heat stroke needs immediate medical attention, so call 9-1-1 or get the patient to a hospital. Heat stroke can appear as ...

High blood pressure is a leading cause of stroke in women and men. But women can also have some risk factors that men don’t, including the use of oral contraceptives and complications of pregnancy.