Tag: Stroke
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The Race Against Time: Ireland’s Stroke Care Pathway at Tallaght TUH
Introduction: Every Second Counts in a Stroke Stroke is a sudden emergency that can devastate brain cells within minutes. In Ireland, about one in four people will experience a stroke in their lifetime, and thousands live with after-effects each year. Yet improvements in treatment mean more patients survive with less disability. A visit to Tallaght…
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Beauty Parlor Stroke Syndrome: Salon Neck Position and Stroke Risk
Understanding Beauty Parlor Stroke Syndrome Regular salon hair washes offer many people a moment of relaxation, but a new study raises a surprising health concern: a condition researchers are calling Beauty Parlor Stroke Syndrome (BPSS). According to the May 2025 edition of the American Journal of Emergency Medicine, the common act of tilting the head…
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Heart disease regains top global killer status as chronic conditions take a toll on youth
Heart disease resurfaces as the world’s leading cause of death A new global snapshot published in The Lancet places heart disease at the forefront of mortality once again, displacing COVID-19 from the No. 1 spot. The report draws on data spanning decades and more than 200 countries, revealing a health landscape where chronic conditions—especially heart…
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Heart Disease Returns as Global Killer: A Wake-Up Call on Chronic Conditions
Global killer reasserts itself: heart disease, stroke reclaim top spots A new global picture of mortality released in The Lancet highlights a sobering shift: chronic, non-communicable diseases — led by heart disease and stroke — are reclaiming the title of the world’s leading causes of death. COVID-19, once the dominant narrative, has fallen from the…
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World Thrombosis Day: Raising Awareness About Clots and How to Prevent Them
Understanding Thrombosis on World Thrombosis Day World Thrombosis Day, observed on October 13, shines a spotlight on thrombosis — the formation of blood clots in arteries or veins. These clots can disrupt normal blood flow and potentially travel to vital organs such as the heart, brain, or lungs. When untreated, thrombosis can be life-threatening, making…
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Genetic Link: ADHD and Autism Raise Heart Disease Risk
Genetic predispositions and heart health: what the study found A comprehensive analysis of genetic data suggests that people with a genetic predisposition to attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may face an increased risk of certain heart diseases. The study, which combines results from 14 separate investigations and was published in a…
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Vince Neil’s Health Struggles: Stroke and Its Impact on MÖTLEY CRÜE
Vince Neil’s Health Revelation MÖTLEY CRÜE’s iconic frontman, Vince Neil, recently disclosed that he suffered a stroke last Christmas. This revelation comes as a shock to fans of the legendary rock band and has raised concerns about his health and the future of the band. The Impact of the Stroke The stroke occurred during the…
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Vince Neil Reveals Stroke Impacting MÖTLEY CRÜE’s Residency
Vince Neil’s Health Update: A Stroke and Its Aftermath MÖTLEY CRÜE’s iconic lead singer, Vince Neil, recently opened up about a serious health scare he experienced last Christmas. In an unexpected revelation, Neil disclosed that he suffered a stroke, which significantly impacted his life and the band’s planned performances. This situation not only came as…
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Impactul sindromului post-Covid-19 asupra calităţii vieţii
**Post-Covid-19 Syndrome: Quality of Life Impact Like Parkinson’s and Stroke** In recent years, the pandemic caused by COVID-19 has ushered in a series of unprecedented public health challenges. One emerging phenomenon is long COVID, a condition that significantly impacts the quality of life for millions globally. According to experts, the repercussions of post-Covid-19 syndrome can…
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Impactul sindromului post-Covid-19 asupra calităţii vieţii: o comparaţie cu boala Parkinson şi AVC
Post-COVID syndrome, often referred to as long Covid, is a serious and persistent health condition that has emerged following the global pandemic. Affecting millions across the globe, this syndrome dramatically reduces the quality of life for those impacted. As individuals struggle with the ongoing symptoms, medical experts are drawing comparisons to other debilitating conditions, namely…