Here are some interesting blog posts about stroke, aka cerebrovascular accidents (CVA). Stroke is a vascular problem, so it’s about blood supply. It’s when the plumbing in your brain goes wrong. Either the pipes get blocked or they leak. When the pipes (arteries) get blocked, then we talk of ischaemic stroke. When the pipes leak (bleed), then we talk of haemorrhagic stroke.

Does Stroke Cause Scar Tissue In The Heart?

Cardiac Scar Tissue After Stroke. The consequences of stroke are long-lasting, not just on the brain but also on other…

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Watch out! Artificial sweeteners increase risk for stroke and dementia!

If you consume drinks that contain artificial sweeteners in preference to those that contain sugar, you have an increased risk…

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