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For older adults, loneliness could mean increased risk of stroke, new study finds
Adults who are chronically lonely are at higher risk for strokes, according to new research from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
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Stub out that cigarette: New study links smoking to higher risk of strokes in Blacks
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Stub out that cigarette: New study links smoking to higher risk of strokes in Blacks
A new study has shown that Black people who smoke have a higher risk of stroke than their white counterparts. In addition, the more one smokes, the greater the risk.
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Daily Aspirin:  Is it right for you?
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Daily Aspirin: Is it right for you?
The American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology have established new guidelines regarding daily low-dose aspirin as preventative for a heart attack or stroke.
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