My 16 hours in A&E hell with suspected stroke symptoms
I waited. And waited. All around me, other patients were waiting too, many of them moaning in pain.…
Should Ireland copy the UK’s generational ban on smoking? – The Irish Times
Mark Murphy: Yes. The Irish public wants a tobacco endgame The UK made history at the end of…
Olive waste extract may help lower fat and improve muscle markers
Could a byproduct of olive oil production help protect muscle health? Researchers report that a polyphenol-rich olive wastewater…
New research maps the biological toll of drinking
A new review published in the journal Addiction confirms drinking causes substantial harm to health. Some of those…
Four-in-five strokes preventable, Oireachtas briefing told
National cardiovascular risk prevention clinics can help patients control hypertension and reduce their risk of cardiac conditions, clinicians…
New report shows critical gap in community rehabilitation services for stroke survivors
Cork Stroke Support and Rethink Ireland conduct important research on the impact of exercise on stroke survivors Cork…
National strategy could reduce risk of heart attacks and strokes by 80%, medics say – The Irish Times
The risk of strokes and heart attacks among people aged 35-65 could be reduced by 80 per cent…
You might be interested in…Stroke (Part 3) – Rehabilitation
Dr Ray O’Connor concludes his review of recent clinical papers on stroke, and takes a look at the…
Evidence mounts that Long Covid is damaging the hearts of those affected – The Irish Times
Most of us who get Covid recover within a few weeks. But Long Covid, when symptoms last for…
Brain health shaped by lifetime mental, physical, environmental and lifestyle factors
Statement Highlights:
An individual’s brain health is influenced by their psychological health, environment, sleep quality, social conditions…
You might be interested in…Stroke (Part 2) – Clinical Issues
Dr Ray O’Connor continues his look at recent clinical papers on stroke, including clinical symptoms or signs associated…
Advanced heart, kidney and metabolic disease linked to higher cancer risk
People with advanced heart, kidney and metabolic disease may face a higher risk of developing cancer, according to…