Low birthweight may increase early adult stroke risk regardless of BMI or gestational age, based on long-term cohort research.

Highlights: Low birthweight linked to 21% higher overall stroke risk 27% increased risk seen for intracerebral

Higher optimism is associated with a lower risk of developing dementia, according to a new study in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.

MONDAY, April 6, 2026 — Being born especially tiny might confer a long-term rise in risk for stroke at a relatively young age, new data...

Getting a flu shot may offer benefits beyond preventing infection. It has been linked to a lower risk of heart attack and stroke-even among people...

Getting a flu shot may offer benefits beyond preventing infection. It has been linked to a lower risk of heart attack and stroke-even among people...

Parental death in adulthood can significantly impact mental health and coping ability. Having more siblings may help people cope better with the...

Parental death in adulthood can significantly impact mental health and coping ability. Having more siblings may help people cope better with the...

Every year, millions of people get the flu. While many think of it as a temporary illness, it can have serious effects on the body, especially for...

An extra hour in bed sounds simple, but the end of daylight savings can affect your body clock in a big way. Here’s how to adjust smoothly and avoid...