by Steven Rudolph | May 1, 2023 | Uncategorized
A variety of healthy eating patterns are linked to premature death, according to a new study from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public health. See the details on the link below Variety of healthy eating patterns linked with lower risk of premature death...
by Steven Rudolph | Nov 13, 2022 | Uncategorized
We have known for many years that physical activity is able to decrease the risk of heart disease and stroke. Now we have new evidence that even small amounts of physical activity may have benefit in older individuals. People in their 80s were studied in this case....
by Steven Rudolph | Nov 2, 2022 | Uncategorized
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....
by Steven Rudolph | Mar 9, 2021 | Diagnosis, Prevention
The American Stroke Association has issued a new scientific statement, pointing out the importance of stroke that occur in the eye, and the fact that they may be a warning of future brain strokes. Important points from the document are the following: Central retinal...
by Steven Rudolph | Feb 11, 2021 | Prevention
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...
