Marriage tied to lower risk of fatal heart attacks and strokes: study
Married people were less likely to die from heart attack or stroke than unmarried people, a new study found. Continue reading
Stroke
Saskatchewan woman hoping her story raises awareness about strokes
More women in Canada are likely to die from a stroke than men, according to a new report- and it’s one that hits rather close to home for one Saskatchewan woman. Continue reading
Ajax woman says singing ‘saved’ her after brain hemorrhage
She had been singing since her childhood so she started trying to remember the lyrics to some of her favourite songs. Continue reading
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Women are one-third more likely to die of stroke than men, yet many are unaware of signs: report
A new report from the Heart and Stroke Foundation says women need to be more aware of the signs of stroke. Continue reading
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Stroke survivors say province is neglecting to give them physical therapy
For many post-stroke patients, physiotherapy is beyond their means and they are asking the province for help. Continue reading
University of Alberta receives $1.5M in federal funds for 11 science projects
The University of Alberta is receiving nearly $1.5 million in federal government funding for a variety of projects, including those focused on treating people who have suffered a stroke. Continue reading
Better Winnipeg: Festival du Voyageur toques support stroke survivors
By Eva Kovacs Community Producer
Handmade toques create a special bond between Festival du Voyageur and stroke survivors Continue reading
Having preeclampsia can double a woman’s risk of heart disease
It’s a relatively common thing during pregnancy – but it can have scary implications down the road. Continue reading
New Brunswick senior sidesteps her way to recovery following stroke
By Shelley Steeves Senior Correspondent
A senior from Sussex, N.B., was able to recover from her stroke after taking up line-dancing. Continue reading
Doctors discover empty space where part of man’s brain should be
An 84-year-old man in Northern Ireland who arrived in the emergency room appeared to have a big empty space where part of his brain should be. Continue reading
