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Yo-yoing weight, BP, cholesterol and blood sugar may raise heart attack and str…

Fluctuations in weight, blood pressure, cholesterol and/or blood sugar levels in otherwise healthy people may be associated with a higher […]

We need to talk about sexuality after stroke

Stroke survivors and their partners are not adequately supported to deal with changes to their relationships, self-identity, gender roles and […]

Even the fittest middle-aged athletes can’t outrun CVS risk factors

Middle-aged adults are exercising more and living longer, but new research from the University of British Columbia suggests that even […]

Innovative triple pill significantly lowers blood pressure

Millions of people around the world could have a simpler way to reduce their blood pressure, a trial led by […]

Stroke ambulance makes major inroads

The nation and the world is watching on as the latest innovation in emergency stroke treatment navigates its way to […]

Marriage may protect against heart disease, stroke and associated risk of death

A global study led by Keele University in the United Kingdom in collaboration with Macquarie University has found that marriage […]

Action needed to prevent heart attack and strokes

A world-first study involving more than 2800 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people has found significant numbers are at high […]

Groundbreaking research trial gives hope to stroke patients

A Melbourne research trial has paved the way for improved outcomes for stroke patients. EXTEND-IA TNK investigated the impact of […]

Tiny monitor provides big answer on stroke

An insertable heart monitor the size of a paper clip is promising to provide much needed answers for more Australian […]

New stroke drug melts brain clots faster, costs less and improves recovery

A breakthrough in stroke medical research found a drug, traditionally used for heart attacks, dissolves blood clots in the brain […]