How a self-care expert takes care of herself
May 3, 2023
Dr. Beth Frates talks about the importance of self-care – and how she's learned to make it a priority in her own life.
Brain Health News
Screening may detect cognitive impairment, dementia early in stroke survivors
May 1, 2023
More than half of stroke survivors experience cognitive impairments within the first year. A new science report says screening is needed to detect problems early and determine treatment.
Pregnant women with depression may face higher heart disease, stroke risk after delivery
Apr 19, 2023
Depression during pregnancy may put women at increased risk for heart disease and stroke in the two years following childbirth, new research suggests.
Blood vessels – not just brain cells – can affect brain health, new report finds
Apr 3, 2023
Brain health experts look at what's known about the link between blood vessels, dementia and other brain disorders in a new science report.
These healthy habits might also lead to a happier life
Mar 17, 2023
While happiness means different things to different people, research shows there are health benefits to maintaining a positive state of mind.
What happens when we sleep, and why we need just the right amount each night
Mar 16, 2023
Why do adults need 7 to 9 hours of sleep each night and why do kids need more? Experts explain what happens while we sleep – and what doesn't when we cut sleep short.
Much has been learned about long COVID – and much remains to be learned
Feb 24, 2023
What causes long COVID, how to treat it, even what to call it – it's all still being sorted out, but researchers are beginning to unravel the potentially debilitating condition.
Understanding the stroke-depression link – and what survivors and families can do
Feb 20, 2023
Up to half of stroke survivors may experience depression at some point. Sen. John Fetterman's treatment is drawing attention to the issue.
This is your brain on love
Feb 10, 2023
Love and attraction stimulate the release of numerous hormones, which impact physical as well as emotional health.
Improving heart health at midlife and beyond could lower future risk of stroke, dementia
Feb 7, 2023
Changes in cardiovascular health at midlife or later – such as better diet, more physical activity and weight control – may reduce the risk of stroke and dementia later in life, new research suggests.