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Without a continuous blood supply, brain cells become damaged and die. Two kinds of blood clots cause an ischemic stroke: — Cerebral thrombosis. A blood clot forms in the artery in the brain ...

A preliminary study found that flossing at least once a week may reduce the risk of stroke. Experts explain the finding and ...

Jan. 10, 2025 — Humans and mice exposed to long-wavelength red light had lower rates of blood clots that can cause heart attacks, lung damage and strokes, according to research led by ...

Nearly one in three Americans over the age of 60 — roughly 19 million people — take aspirin daily, according to a 2021 study.

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A blood test may rapidly distinguish brain bleeds from clot-caused strokes, even before people with stroke symptoms reach the ...

You've likely seen warnings against taking aspirin as a preventative measure against heart attack and stroke. It isn't quite that simple.