The Air You Breathe Is Making You Sick Feb 3, 2008
Every year, there are approximately 6,000 additional deaths in Canada because of short term exposure to air pollution, and research suggests that 69% of these deaths come in the form of cardio and cerebrovascular disease. Since the early 1990s, a growing body of evidence from Canada, the U.S. and Europe has documented increased rates of heart attack, and more hospitalizations for serious heart diseases such as heart failure, and stroke, after both short and long-term exposure to polluted air,... (Soonews.ca)
Air pollution's a constant threat to Canadian hearts Jan 30, 2008
The report card said there are 6,000 additional deaths in Canada each year due to short- and long-term exposure to air pollution - with nearly 70 per cent of deaths coming in the form of cardio and cerebrovascular disease. "Since the early 1990s, a growing body of evidence from Canada, the U.S. and Europe has documented increased rates of heart attack, and more hospitalizations for serious heart diseases such as heart failure, and stroke, after both short and long-term exposure to polluted air,"... (Canada.com)
Air pollution a serious risk to heart, group says Jan 29, 2008
The foundation said about 6,000 additional deaths occur every year in Canada because of short-term exposure to air pollution, and that research suggests that 69 per cent of these deaths come in the form of cardio and cerebrovascular disease. Internet Links. (Globe and Mail)
Restless Legs Syndrome Doubles Risk Of Stroke And Heart Disease, Study Shows Jan 2, 2008
Participants were diagnosed with RLS by detailed questionnaire and asked if they had been diagnosed with a variety of systemic diseases including cardiovascular disease and cerebrovascular disease ... The study found people with RLS were more than twice as likely to have cardiovascular disease or cerebrovascular disease ... Winkelman says although this study does not show that RLS causes cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease, a number of potential mechanics for such a process exist. (Science Daily)
Restless legs linked with heart problems Jan 1, 2008
"Most people with RLS have as many as 200 to 300 periodic leg movements per night of sleep and these leg movements are associated with substantial acute increases in both blood pressure and heart rate, which may, over the long term, produce cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disease," Winkelman said. Sleep deprivation may also play a role in the association with heart disease, the researchers said. (Scientific American)
Restless legs syndrome doubles risk of stroke Jan 1, 2008
The study found people with RLS were more than twice as likely to have cardiovascular disease or cerebrovascular disease ... Winkelman said although this study does not show that RLS causes cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease, a number of potential mechanics for such a process exist ... "In particular, most people with RLS have as many as 200 to 300periodic leg movements per night of sleep and these leg movements are associated with substantial acute increases in both blood pressure and... (Xinhuanet, China)
Mild Exercise May Counter Dementia Dec 23, 2007
The study's authors suggest that exercise lowers the risk for cerebrovascular disease by increasing blood flow to the brain; exercise may also enhance the brain's ability to build "functional reserves" against damage by building elasticity in synapses and decreasing the secretion of stress hormones that negatively impact brain tissue. Still, the authors note that like many observational studies, theirs has limitations. (Time.com)
Exercise Signficantly Lowers Risk of Dementia Dec 20, 2007
Ravaglia says its possible that physical activity may improve cerebral blood flow and lower the risk of cerebrovascular disease, which is a risk factor for vascular dementia, but further research is needed about the mechanisms operating between physical activity and a persons memory. Contrary to some reports, the study found that physical activity was not associated with a reduced risk of Alzheimers disease, but Ravaglia says more research is needed before concluding that Alzheimers disease... (Newsmax)
High Blood Pressure Associated With Risk For Mild Cognitive Impairment Dec 13, 2007
"Hypertension may cause cognitive impairment through cerebrovascular disease. Hypertension is a risk factor for subcortical white matter lesions found commonly in Alzheimer's disease. Hypertension may also contribute to a blood-brain barrier dysfunction, which has been suggested to be involved in the cause of Alzheimer's disease. Other possible explanations for the association are shared risk factors," including the formation of cell-damaging compounds known as free radicals. "Our findings... (Science Daily)
Statins Can Boost Brain Hemorrhage Risk After Stroke Dec 13, 2007
(SOURCES: Larry B. Goldstein, M.D., director, Duke Center for Cerebrovascular Disease and Duke Stroke Center, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, N.C.; Wade Smith, M.D., Ph ... "There is a small but significant increased risk of brain hemorrhage among people who have had a previous stroke who take Lipitor, especially among those who have had a previous brain hemorrhage," said lead researcher Dr. Larry B. Goldstein, director of the Duke Center for Cerebrovascular Disease and the Duke Stroke... (Health-Finder)
Hypertension Linked to Risk of Mild Cognitive Impairment Dec 12, 2007
Study suggests it may cause the effect through cerebrovascular disease ... "The mechanism by which blood pressure affects the risk of cognitive impairment or dementia remains unclear. Hypertension may cause cognitive impairment through cerebrovascular disease. Hypertension is a risk factor for subcortical white matter lesions found commonly in Alzheimer's disease. Hypertension may also contribute to a blood-brain barrier dysfunction, which has been suggested to be involved in the cause of... (MEDLINEplus)
Drop in heart and stroke deaths Nov 2, 2007
While death rates from cerebrovascular disease, which includes strokes, fell by 7. But Health Secretary Nicola Sturgeon warned against complacency and pointed out the death rate was still the highest in western Europe. (BBC News)
High mortality in stroke patients who stop statins Oct 10, 2007
"Besides, all patients with cerebrovascular disease should be on antiplatelet therapy and achieve effective blood pressure control, while also trying to follow all dietary and exercise recommendations.". "Patients with major cardiovascular conditions should be more closely followed for adherence to prescribed treatments," Colivicchi added. (Scientific American)
Treating mini-strokes fast cuts later risk Oct 9, 2007
We clearly should not be evaluating stroke symptoms in a leisurely sort of way, said Dr. Larry Goldstein, director of Duke Universitys Center for Cerebrovascular Disease, who was not connected to the studies. The main message from these studies is that treatment delays can be dangerous. (MSNBC -- Health)
Double Cardiovascular Benefit For People With Chronic Kidney Disease Oct 6, 2007
PROGRESS was completed in 2001 and had a direct clinical impact for more than 50 million individuals with cerebrovascular disease worldwide. Results showed that blood pressure lowering reduced the risk of stroke by a quarter among patients with a history of cerebrovascular disease. (Science Daily)
United States Continues To Have Highest Level Of Health Spending Sep 13, 2007
Five chronic diseases diabetes, respiratory disease, cerebrovascular disease, heart disease and malignant neoplasm cause two-thirds of deaths in the United States. Compared to other OECD countries, we have the highest mortality rate for some of these chronic diseases, but not all. (Science Daily)
Smokers Are More Likely To Develop Dementia Sep 7, 2007
"Smoking increases the risk of cerebrovascular disease, which is also tied to dementia," Breteler said. "Another mechanism could be through oxidative stress, which can damage cells in the blood vessels and lead to hardening of the arteries. Smokers experience greater oxidative stress than nonsmokers, and increased oxidative stress is also seen in Alzheimer's disease.". (Science Daily)
Cancer Isn't All That Smoking Can Give You Sep 5, 2007
From Rotterdam's Erasmus Medical Center, Dr. Monique Breteler stressed, "Smoking increases the risk of cerebrovascular disease (stroke), which is also tied to dementia.". She continued, "Another mechanism could be through oxidative stress, which can damage cells in the blood vessels and lead to hardening of the arteries. Smokers experience greater oxidative stress than nonsmokers, and increased oxidative stress is also seen in Alzheimer's disease.". (Earthtimes.org)
Pediatric stroke doctors fight view that only older folks afflicted Aug 28, 2007
Pediatric neurologist Heather Fullerton started what she believes is the country's first pediatric stroke and cerebrovascular disease center at UCSF last November ... Information about UCSF Children's Hospital Pediatric Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease Center can be found at. (San Francisco Chronicle)
The prudent diet for men Aug 24, 2007
Deaths from cancer, heart disease and cerebrovascular disease are higher among men than women, but most troubling are the high rates of male deaths by suicide, homicide and accidents. The question of why men's health is generally worse than women's may not be due to gender per se, but to other issues. (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL)
Young Type 1 Diabetics Benefit From Exercise Jul 28, 2007
By the time they reach their 20s, they are five times more likely to die from cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disease than their peers. According to the American Diabetes Association, one in every 400 to 600 children and teens has type 1 diabetes. (Health-Finder)
* Taiwan Quick Take Jul 27, 2007
3 percent for cerebrovascular disease. The fourth to 10th causes of death were diabetes, accidents, pneumonia, chronic liver disease and cirrhosis, kidney disease, hypertension and suicide. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Lotus Pharmaceuticals Releases Catalog of Current and Future Drugs Jul 25, 2007
Nicergoline for injection for the treatment of cerebrovascular disease sequela and other peripheral circulation, with annual sales estimated at $4 million. Drugs under license to Lotus presently on the Chinese market. (Primezone Releases)
Migraine during pregnancy not a headache for the future Jul 18, 2007
A meticulous history and clinical neurological examination are more useful than routine supplementary investigations for cerebrovascular disease. The 5-year follow-up clearly indicates that migraine with aura in pregnancy usually has a good prognosis with regard to cerebrovascular events. (BioMed Central)
New Study Confirms HRT Does Not Benefit Older Women Jul 12, 2007
However, rates for cerebrovascular disease, breast or other cancers, fractures and overall deaths were not significantly different in these two groups. This study confirms an early increase in thromboembolic and cardiovascular risk in older women starting hormone replacement therapy many years after the menopause, say the authors. (SeniorJournal.com)
Heart Disease a Risk Factor for Alzheimer's Jun 11, 2007
But, "since the majority of patients have both Alzheimer's disease and cerebrovascular disease, and since patients with pure Alzheimer's do seem to benefit from treatment of vascular risk factors, the message is to treat both conditions rather than to focus only on one," he said. Hendrie remained cautious about the scientific impact of Deschaintre's study, however. (Forbes)
PreMD Submits 510(k) to the FDA for Expanded Regulatory Claim for PREVU* POC Jun 6, 2007
The approval of a broader claim would make PREVU(*) POC the first cost-effective, non-invasive test on the market to aid in the assessment of carotid wall thickness (CIMT) and the presence of carotid plaques - established markers for future heart attacks and strokes - in patients without known coronary artery disease, cerebrovascular disease or peripheral artery disease. "This is an important milestone for PreMD and reinforces the strength and utility of the PREVU(*) technology," said Dr. Brent... (Canada Newswire)
Commitment to control spread of HIV May 31, 2007
About 200 million people suffer from major chronic illnesses, such as cerebrovascular disease, heart disease, diabetes, as well as trauma and toxicosis. Death from these diseases make up more than 80 percent of all deaths. (People's Daily Online, China)
BioLife Remedies, Inc. Announces the Opening of Sales of Dia-X(former name Di-Agra) for the Remedy of Erectile Dysfunction for Diabetics May 29, 2007
The BioLife Group has developed 108 master medical formulas to treat various diseases including diabetes, prostateria, osteoporosis, cerebrovascular disease, cardiac vascular disease, hypertension, menopausal syndrome, and sexual disorders in men and women. For further information about BioLife Remedies Inc. please refer to its Web site at. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Efficacy and safety of Aripiprazole as adjunctive therapy in major depressive disorder May 23, 2007
Aripiprazole may be associated with orthostatic hypotension and should be used with caution in patients with known cardiovascular disease, cerebrovascular disease, or conditions which would predispose them to hypotension. As with other antipsychotic drugs, aripiprazole should be used with caution in patients with a history of seizures or with conditions that lower the seizure threshold. (EurekAlert!)
Six-Week Investigational Study In Adults With Major Depressive Disorder Evaluates The Effectiveness of Adjunctive Aripiprazole Therapy With Antidepressants May 22, 2007
There have been few reports of hyperglycemia with aripiprazole Aripiprazole may be associated with orthostatic hypotension and should be used with caution in patients with known cardiovascular disease, cerebrovascular disease, or conditions which would predispose them to hypotension. As with other antipsychotic drugs, aripiprazole should be used with caution in patients with a history of seizures or with conditions that lower the seizure threshold. (PR Newswire)
COPD: A Growing, Neglected Epidemic May 18, 2007
By the year 2030, the World Health Organization (WHO) predicts that COPD will rise from its current ranking as the fifth most common cause of death to the fourth most common cause of death, behind only heart disease, cerebrovascular disease, and HIV/AIDS.. "COPD," Barnes points out, "is the only common cause of death in the United States that has increased over the last 40 years, in sharp contrast to the reduction in cardiovascular and infectious diseases.". (MEDLINEplus)
Cancer most lethal illness in China last year: ministry May 9, 2007
Cancer topped the list of ten most lethal diseases for urban residents in China last year, followed by cerebrovascular disease and heart disease, according to a survey by the ministry in 30 cities and 78 counties. In rural areas, 92 percent of fatalities were caused by ten kinds of illnesses, the first three being cancer, cerebrovascular disease and respiratory disease. (People's Daily Online, China)
Left-handedness, life span link studied May 2, 2007
NEW YORK (Reuters) -- A study suggests that women who are left-handed have a higher risk of dying, particularly from cancer and cerebrovascular disease - damage to an artery in the brain or an artery that supplies blood to the brain. While it could be a chance finding and the evidence is far from conclusive, numerous reports have associated left-handedness with various disorders and, in general, a shorter life span, Dutch researchers note in their report in the journal Epidemiology. (CNN -- Health)
Migraines During Pregnancy Linked to Heart Disease, Stroke May 2, 2007
"Clearly this is not proving a cause and effect. It's an association that we find, and it has to be looked at in more studies," said study author Dr. Cheryl Bushnell, an assistant professor of medicine (neurology) at the Duke Center for Cerebrovascular Disease at Duke University Medical Center ... (SOURCES: Cheryl Bushnell, M.D., assistant professor, medicine (neurology), Duke Center for Cerebrovascular Disease, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, N.C.; Richard Lipton, M.D., director,... (Health-Finder)
Dental X-Rays of carotid artery not enough to estimate stroke risk Apr 21, 2007
Only one study satisfied the authors' inclusion criteria and found no significant difference in the incidence of cerebrovascular diseases between subjects with CCAA and subjects without CCAA. ... Panoramic radiography may demonstrate that CCAAs calcify over time, but there is little evidence-based information that CCAAs are risk predictors for the diagnosis of cerebrovascular disease, they concluded. (EurekAlert!)
Gene mutation is linked to risk of suffering stroke Mar 27, 2007
"This type of gene has previously been associated with brain diseases such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or ALS, multiple sclerosis and cerebrovascular disease, but this is the first time we've been able to determine this gene predicts such a significant increased risk of stroke," said Borge Nordestgaard, at Herlev University Hospital in Copenhagen, who led the study, which is published in the journal Neurology. The most common form of stroke,... (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Hemochromatosis gene linked to stroke risk Mar 27, 2007
The study, which is reported in the journal Neurology, focused on two variations in the hemochromatosis gene -- H63D and C282Y. Of all the various combinations of these mutations, only patients with two copies of H63D had a significantly increased risk of cerebrovascular disease and ischemic stroke, a stroke caused by a blockage in an artery in the brain, which cuts off the blood supply. "This type of gene has previously been associated with brain diseases such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson... (Reuters.uk)
Outpatient Surgeries Carry Serious Risks Mar 27, 2007
Being 65 or older and having a procedure that lasts longer than 120 minutes, cardiac problems, peripheral vascular disease, cerebrovascular disease, cancer, HIV infection and the use of regional or general anesthesia are all associated with an increased risk of hospital admission after a person has outpatient surgery, says a team from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. All these risk factors should be carefully considered before a person has outpatient surgery, the researchers... (MEDLINEplus)
Atherothrombosis Associated With High Rates Of Cardiovascular Events Within One Year Mar 23, 2007
Atherothrombosis (arterial disease, such as coronary artery disease [CAD], cerebrovascular disease [CVD], and peripheral arterial disease [PAD; narrowing of the arteries that supply the legs and feet]) is associated with the main causes of death on a worldwide scale, according to background information in the article. "Recent U.S. data have confirmed that, despite a decrease in age-standardized national death rates, the absolute number of deaths from these conditions continues to increase, and... (Science Daily)
Where should I have my outpatient surgery? Mar 20, 2007
"Most complications from outpatient surgery are minor. But if there is something major would you rather be far away and need to call a ambulance and be transported varying distances to a hospital or would you rather have a full staff of physicians in the building and ready to help treat you? The study consisted of 783,558 ambulatory surgery patients, of which 4,351 were sent directly to hospital following surgery, and of which 19 died. This equates to only 1 death per approximately 50,000... (EurekAlert!)
»Health assessments shared Mar 16, 2007
Most people die from heart disease, cancer, cerebrovascular disease and diabetes. She said there is a high rate of lung cancer and a high rate of prostate cancer among men. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Patients Show Silent Brain Infarction Lesions Mar 16, 2007
According to the authors, the occurrence of stroke in patients with OSA is likely preceded by subclinical cerebrovascular disease, or silent brain infarction, which is detectable with brain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) ... The researchers found that use of nCPAP, a treatment designed to reduce the number of episodes of breathing stoppage associated with sleep apnea, significantly lowered serum levels of C-reactive protein and the levels of the two platelet-activating proteins, all associated... (Science Daily)
Treating Sleep Apnea Could Lower Stroke Risk Mar 16, 2007
Silent brain infarction, also called subclinical cerebrovascular disease, is brain tissue death caused by lack of blood supply. Stroke in patients with sleep apnea is likely preceded by a silent brain infarction, which can be detected on MRI brain scans, the researchers said. (Health-Finder)
Life expectancy of Beijing residents reaches 80 years Mar 11, 2007
According to the report, the major causes of death in Beijing are cerebrovascular disease, heart disease, malign tumors and respiratory diseases. Urban residents tended to die of malign tumors while rural dwellers in the Beijing area were felled by cerebrovascular disease. (Xinhuanet, China)
Estrogen Gene Affects Risk Of Breast Cancer, But Not CVD Feb 28, 2007
In the largest and statistically most powerful study addressing whether risk of disease is associated with ESR1 gene type, researchers followed 2,495 patients with ischemic heart disease, 856 with ischemic cerebrovascular disease (including stroke) and 1,256 with breast cancer for up to 25 years. They also gathered data on 9,244 people from the Danish general population. (Science Daily)
1 billion have brain disorders Feb 28, 2007
The report also encompassed infectious diseases that directly affect the brain and nervous system, such as meningitis, polio and encephalitis, as well as cerebrovascular disease including strokes, or the neurological impact of malnutrition or HIV/AIDS. An estimated 6 ... 7 percent of total deaths, according to the WHO. Most of them -- 85 percent -- are attributed to cerebrovascular disease. (Washington Times, DC)
Health Department reports shift in death data Feb 27, 2007
In 2005, cancer and heart disease tied for the number one cause of death while chronic lower respiratory disease ranked third, cerebrovascular disease (stroke) ranked fourth and Alzheimer's rounds out the top five. The leading causes of death slightly differ between whites and non-whites and between males and females. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
Caffeine may prevent heart disease death in elderly Feb 23, 2007
No protective effect was found against cerebrovascular disease mortality death from stroke regardless of age. . (EurekAlert!)
A 56-Year-Old Woman with Rapidly Progressive Vertigo and Ataxia Feb 8, 2007
Please for full text and personal services. Josep Dalmau, M.D., Ph. (New England Journal of Medicine)
MRI shows brains respond better to name brands Dec 1, 2006
- Cerebrovascular Disease (stroke or "brain attack"). NEW: Multiple embolic infarction, diffusion and FLAIR imaging ; Acute stroke: speech arrest. (SpiritIndia)
Smoking Ban Associated With Rapid Improvement In Health Of Bar Workers Oct 14, 2006
The effects on individuals has been difficult to measure, but a number of studies have established an increased risk of coronary artery disease, cerebrovascular disease and lung cancer, and the 2006 report by the U.S. surgeon general highlighted the causal relationship between secondhand smoke and premature death. In addition, for patients with preexisting respiratory conditions such as asthma, secondhand smoke leads to poorer disease control and more frequent hospital admission. (Science Daily)
Drug maker Pfizer points to a company-funded stury in hope of getting doctors to prescribe higher does doses of the cholesterol -lowering pill Sep 5, 2006
Because this is a drug company-sponsored study, what we're seeing is just a tunnel vision of the effect of high-dose Lipitor on stroke," he said.Dr. Larry B. Goldstein , director of the Duke Center for Cerebrovascular Disease and a co-author of the study, said safeguards -- such as using independent scientists to supervise the study's design and analyze findings -- shielded the science from Pfizer's influence.``One could make the same criticism or argument, or concern about any study that is... (Boston Globe)
Eastern Europe, Middle East Tops In Cardiovascular Disease Deaths Sep 5, 2006
"Based on the data collected to date, we can say that adverse health effects due to cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disease are no longer afflictions solely of the Western, industrialized world," Ohman said. "We are now seeing these diseases, and the death and disability they cause, spread to a significant degree to other parts of the world," he said. (Science Daily)
Stroke experts just a TV screen away from ER Aug 30, 2006
Results from early studies are favorable, though numerous issues regarding payment, appropriate security protocols, physician licensing and other matters remain to be addressed, said Dr. Larry Goldstein, director of the center for cerebrovascular disease at the Duke University Medical Center. While Stroke Institute specialists typically aren't paid by insurers for providing the consultation, Dr. Wechsler said UPMC is implementing the technology to improve care at its hospitals. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Statin Drugs Cut Risk of Recurrent Stroke Aug 10, 2006
While previous studies have indicated a benefit of post-stroke statin therapy, doctors now "have very clear clinical trial results to help guide therapy," said co-researcher Dr. Larry B. Goldstein, director of the Center for Cerebrovascular Disease and the Stroke Center at Duke University in Durham, N.C. "These results will have a major effect on how people are treated after a stroke," he added. His team reported its findings in the Aug. 10 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine. (Forbes)
Carotid stenting the new anti-depressant? Jul 25, 2006
According to the National Center for Health Statistics, cerebrovascular disease is the third leading cause of death in the United States. Recent studies have shown that some depressive disorders may be caused by cerebrovascular diseases such as carotid stenosis, which restrict blood flow to the brain. (EurekAlert!)
Florida Court Ruling Grants Smoking Victims an Opportunity to File Individual Claims Against Cigarette Manufacturers; Parker & Waichman, LLP Offering Free Case Analysis to Florida Residents Injured by Cigarette Smoking Jul 15, 2006
1 (that smoking cigarettes causes aortic aneurysm, bladder cancer, cerebrovascular disease, cervical cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, coronary heart disease, esophageal cancer, kidney cancer, laryngeal cancer, lung cancer (specifically, adenocarinoma, large cell carcinoma, small cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma), complications of pregnancy, oral cavity/tongue cancer, pancreatic cancer, peripheral vascular disease, pharyngeal cancer, and stomach cancer), 2 (that nicotine... (Primezone Releases)
Tobacco Companies Win In Fla. High Court Jul 7, 2006
" What The Court Upheld The Supreme Court's ruling also upheld several findings of liability in the original case. That could be significant in cases filed by individual plaintiffs who were members of the class that was rejected by the court; the court gave them one year from Thursday's ruling to file. The court upheld that smoking cigarettes causes various forms of cancer, aortic aneurysm, cerebrovascular disease, pulmonary disease, heart disease and complications of pregnancy. It also upheld... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
The effects of socioeconomic status, accessibility to services and patient type on hospital use in Western Australia: A retrospective cohort study of patients with homogenous health status Jun 15, 2006
Private patient status did not globally affect utilisation across all causes of death, but was associated with significantly decreased utilisation three years prior to death for those who died of colorectal, lung or breast cancer, and increased utilisation in the last year of life in those who died of colorectal cancer or cerebrovascular disease. Conclusion. (BioMed Central)
Old technology helps find new test for leg artery disease Jun 7, 2006
Kramer said people with peripheral arterial disease often have coronary and cerebrovascular disease as well. The risk factors for PAD include smoking, high blood pressure, high lipids and diabetes. (EurekAlert!)
Four Amazing Nutrients May Help Prevent Infection Jun 6, 2006
It also combats cerebrovascular disease, which includes strokes and mini-strokes. In the Blaylock Wellness Report you will learn why this supplement. (Newsmax)
Heart disease is biggest killer May 26, 2006
The ONS' first "top 10" list of causes of death found cerebrovascular disease - mainly strokes - was the second most common killer in men and women ... 2% Cerebrovascular diseases - 7 ... TOP 10 CAUSES OF DEATH IN WOMEN - 2005 Heart disease - 16% Cerebrovascular disease - 12. (BBC News -- Health)
Lowering blood pressure doesn't prevent cognitive impairment, dementia May 24, 2006
"There is no convincing evidence that lowering blood pressure prevents the development of dementia or cognitive impairment in hypertensive patients without apparent prior cerebrovascular disease," write co-authors including A. Peter Passmore, M.D., of the department of Public Health Medicine and Primary Care at Queen's University in Belfast, Ireland ... Patients included in the study were between 60 and 89 years old with a minimum blood pressure of 160/90 and no previous cerebrovascular disease... (EurekAlert!)
Poor Physical Performance Prepares for Future Mental Decline May 23, 2006
By Judith Groch, MedPage Today Senior Writer Reviewed by May 22, 2006 Also covered by. MedPage Today Action Points. (MedPage Today)
