People at greatest risk seem to know the least, survey finds
Analysis is interesting, but doesn't prove cause and effect, researcher says
But jury is still out on their value, experts note
These patients were twice as likely to get clot-busting drug, study shows
Formula that includes DNA data proves faster, more accurate in early tests
Read the fine print, experts say in disputing new study's finding
People who lost use of a hand recaptured movement, study finds
What to expect, and how to get ready
Two or more cups a day boosts protection for nonsmokers, study finds
Metabolic syndrome may enhance sodium's effect on the body, study suggests
Whether finding will lead to treatment improvements remains unclear
Knowing the early warning signs of an attack can greatly increase survival, group says
Research could lead to new treatments for organ's diseases that have genetic cause
Raft of studies points up many of the differences in care, incidence of brain attacks
Don't let your body pay the price in uncertain times, experts say
Designed to treat irregular heartbeat when medication doesn't work
Transition within 3 years allows more plaque buildup in arteries, study finds
Rapid action cuts death rate, costs, length of stay and risk of recurrence, study finds
Study finds wide variation in exposure, depending on several factors
Stress, mood affect cytokine regulators underlying resting habits, study says
Sponge-like molecule sops up bad lipoproteins, researchers say
Moms may face chance of hypertension, diabetes and blood clots, study says
AHA says research looked at smoking bans, acute care, diabetes control and childhood obesity
Muscle protein variant, most common in India, leaves carriers with little warning of dangers
Hospitals with more expertise handling these attacks also boost survival outcomes
Care varies for men and women, and by male and female doctors, study finds
Older people face more risks when kidneys are damaged, study finds
Images could offer doctors a better assessment of patient's condition, chances of recovery
Older patients were more affected, study found
The screens resulted in better patient outcomes but at high price, researchers say
But only in moderation
Repeated blood flow changes may be at the root of higher stroke risk, study says
Preventing obesity boosts blood vessel function even without weight loss, study says
Study finds 24% greater risk per unit increase in salt-to-mineral ratio
Treatment may reduce risk of cardiovascular disease
They're 6 times likely to suffer bleeding stroke, study finds
Sildenafil appears to delay dangerous heart muscle expansion in mice
Increasing time within the therapeutic range of utmost importance, study finds
Brochure may help spread the word about warfarin's possible complications
Exposure to elevated ozone levels associated with increased hospital admissions
Review finds it may cut cardiac mortality but not help those with heart rhythm problems
Rehab efforts should focus on coping styles to boost outcomes, study says
In study, those with pulmonary clots saw benefit
Blood pressure, cholesterol control may be type 2 diabetics' best bet, researchers say
Survey finds roadblocks still plague female practitioners
Mouse study showed it reduced brain damage after attack
Goal is to improve use of treatments proven to cut post-illness complications
Those with history of repeat surgeries likely to face infection, bleeding, study finds
Finding challenges idea that the heart rhythm disorder is an electrical problem
Stress of work and taking care of family to blame, Japanese study finds