Stroke
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A stroke survivor speaks again with the help of an experimental brain-computer implant
Scientists have developed a device that can translate thoughts about speech into spoken words in real time. Although it’s still experimental, they…
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How I Survived Heart Failure and a Stroke
‘The Scariest Year of My Life’: How I Survived Heart Failure and a Stroke …
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This Common Side Effect Is Why You Have Muscle Spasms After A Stroke
Spasticity, like other brain disorders, is complicated. The Cleveland Clinic says the disorder tightens and uncontrollably contracts several muscles. Post-stroke…
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These Silent Warning Signs Could Predict a Stroke
TIA stands for transient ischemic attack. People who develop a TIA may experience symptoms over a short period of time…
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18 Exercises for Rebuilding Strength After a Stroke
Rebuilding strength after a stroke requires patience, dedication, and a well-rounded exercise plan. Physical therapy can enhance recovery, but incorporating…
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Unique Stroke Triggers in Black Women’s Lives
Stroke, the silent assassin, strikes without warning, forever altering lives in its path. For Black women, the threat is especially…
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Diet, Sleep…and Hormones? Stroke Risks You Need to Know
For the first time in a decade, the American Heart Association (AHA) and the American Stroke Association (ASA) updated their…
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Stem Cell Therapy for Stroke Clinical Trials: What Black People Need to Know – BlackDoctor.org
Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States. For women, it’s the third leading cause of…
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14-Year-Old Black Teen Creates Innovative Watch That Can Detect Signs of a Stroke
Meet Naya Ellis, a 14-year-old African American girl from New Orleans who is the inventor of WingItt, an innovative wristwatch…
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Remedies to Restore Your Memory After a Stroke
It’s been estimated that every year nearly 800,000 Americans experience some kind of stroke, and more than 600,000 of them…
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