New research shows that women are at risk of stroke or heart attack after giving birth for longer than doctors originally thought
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As Temperatures Dip, Risk of Stroke Rises
Colder weather linked to more deaths, but more research needed to understand connection
First Stroke Guidelines for Women Created
Hormonal changes caused by pregnancy or birth control are factors in the third leading cause of death for females, the American Heart Association reports
Study: Obesity Rates Have Surged In Developing World
One third of the planet is now obese or overweight, according to a new report
Anxiety Could Increase Stroke Risk
New study looks at psychosocial factors affecting the likelihood of suffering a stroke
Finally, a Way to Read Minds
For now, the technique applies to quantitative thinking (doing math problems and calculating numbers) but the process could launch ways of reading other types of thoughts as well.
Killing You Loudly: Living Near Airports Can Be Lethal
The rent is cheaper, but the hospital bills could be way higher
Exercise As Effective As Drugs For Treating Heart Disease, Diabetes
Forget the pills — there’s new evidence that exercise may be as effective as medications in treating heart disease and diabetes.
It’s the Olive Oil: Mediterranean Diet Lowers Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke
The Mediterranean diet is a well-known weapon in the fight against heart disease, but exactly how effective is it?
Marijuana Linked to Increased Stroke Risk
Two new studies add to the confusion over the health effects of marijuana.
Strongest Study Yet Shows Meditation Can Lower Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke
Most doctors say meditation can’t hurt you, but now there’s reassuring evidence that it may help you as well when it comes to warding off disease.
Migraines Linked to Brain Lesions in Women
The latest research connects migraines with more of the brain lesions, although their health impact isn’t clear
How Teen Rejection Can Lead to Chronic Disease Later in Life
Teens may not be wrong when they see their social troubles as matters of life and death.