Regularly flossing can help reduce risk of stroke

This good hygiene habit could lower your risk of a stroke — but only a third of Americans do it
About 795,000 Americans will have a stroke this year — new research suggests that a common, healthy habit may reduce the risk of certain types of stroke.
Tech 'restores dignity' to stroke patients - medic
Specialist occupational therapist Vicky Carruthers said so far she had seen the trial restore "independence and dignity" to ...
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Hostage’s father relearns to talk, after stroke, to advocate for his son’s release
Tal Kuperstein, who worked with a speech therapist to vocally fight for his son, joined a tour of others with disabilities to ...
The Hidden DNA Clue That Predicts Stroke, Dementia, and Brain Aging
Shorter telomeres are linked to higher risks of stroke, dementia, and depression, but lifestyle factors may help counteract ...
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Oral Bacteria Linked to Stroke Risk
A new study finds that the bacteria Streptococcus anginosus is more abundant in the saliva and gut of people who have had a ...
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Stroke risk may be increased by bacteria found in mouth and gut
A new study from Japan found stroke patients with a significant amount of the bacteria in their gut were more likely to die.
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Kim opens up four-stroke lead in LPGA's season opener
South Korea's Kim A-lim opened up a four-shot lead after producing a dream start in the first round of the LPGA's ...
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Blood test may detect stroke type before hospital arrival, allowing faster treatment
A blood test may rapidly distinguish brain bleeds from clot-caused strokes, even before people with stroke symptoms reach the ...