Major Study Establishes Safety of New Stroke Drug

In 1996, Alteplase, a clot dissolving drug also known as tPA became the first available treatment for the most common type of stroke. It revolutionized the treatment of stroke around the world. https://www.ucalgary.ca/news/ucalgary-researchers-calgary-stroke-program-make-another-breakthrough-treatment-stroke

USPSTF Recommends Against Routine Carotid Screening

The United States Preventive Services Task Force has recommended against routine screening for carotid artery disease. Screening for carotid artery disease is usually done with ultrasound. It is very often performed in a physician’s office. The goal of screening is to detect narrowing of the carotid artery, with the theory that it will help prevent … Read more