Stroke

• Medical study says established heart drug good for strokes too

  Research published Wednesday shows that Tenecteplase, commonly used as a clot-buster for heart attacks, is also an effective treatment for acute ischemic stroke.

  Health

  Jun 29
  
• Montreal teen shares cancer journey to raise awareness, funding for research

  The videos are also meant to raise awareness about testicular cancer, which, according to Ross' doctor, oncologist Raghu Rajan, is the most common cancer in young men.

  Health

  Apr 8
  
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• 1st year of COVID-19 pandemic saw fewer Alberta stroke patients, more deaths: study

  The first year of the COVID-19 pandemic in Alberta saw fewer stroke patients, but a higher number of stroke-related deaths, according to new research.

  Health

  Mar 28
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• Kelowna General Hospital embraces innovations in stroke care

  The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada states 62,000 strokes occur in Canada each year, meaning one stroke happens every nine minutes.

  Lifestyle

  Mar 4
• New campaign ‘Dial, Don’t Drive’ reminds Manitobans what to do during a heart attack

  A new campaign called 'Dial, Don't Drive' is telling Manitobans what to do in the event of a heart attack: ditch the car keys and call 911 for a ride.

  Health

  Feb 23
• ALCDSB community comes together to raise money for one of its own

  The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic School Board community has come together to raise money for the family of a student at Holy Cross Secondary School who suffered a stroke.

  Canada

  Feb 9
• Older adults shouldn’t take aspirin daily to prevent 1st heart attack, stroke: U.S. panel

  The risk of side effects of taking daily aspirin, like internal bleeding, outweigh the benefits when it comes to preventing heart attacks in older adults, a U.S. panel says.

  Health

  Oct 12, 2021
• McMaster researchers say trial suggests common medications cut heart attack, stroke risk in half

  The studies are linked to evaluating the efficacy of a 'polypill' — fixed medications combined into a single dose.

  Health

  Aug 30, 2021
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• Coronavirus: Science shines a light on COVID-19’s long-term health risks

  Scientists in Saskatoon are investigating troubling signs that severe COVID-19 infection could leave a legacy of health problems long after recovery.

  Health

  Jun 5, 2021
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• ‘I had no idea’: Calgary mom says she had a stroke after a chiropractor visit

  A Calgary woman who suffered a stroke following a routine visit to the chiropractor is sharing her struggle. She says it's a decision that altered her life.

  Health

  May 18, 2021