Stroke

The latest news and patient stories about stroke from Sharp HealthCare experts and our Sharp Health News writers and contributors.

Helping reduce risks for people with heart disease

A patient shares his journey of managing nearly a lifetime of cardiovascular disease.

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Eat well to help prevent a stroke

A healthy diet is important for both stroke recovery and prevention.

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Stroke: Why every minute matters

In just 30 minutes following a stroke, Janie Denow was in the hands of the neurology experts she needed.

Kathleen Kennedy and Bob Ortega of San Diego at Sharp Memorial Hospital

Finding a second wind

Through pulmonary rehab, Bob Ortega learned breathing techniques to help him manage lung disease and reclaim his active life.

Stroke awareness — time is brain

Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death and primary cause of long-term adult disability in the U.S. Learn about stroke signs, prevention and treatment.

AHA now encourages cholesterol screening at 30

New cholesterol guidelines recommend earlier screening and a longer-term view of heart risk, helping identify disease sooner and prevent serious complications.

Next-gen tech a boon for movement disorder symptoms

The next generation of deep brain stimulation is a milestone for Parkinson’s and essential tremor patients.

Dr. Sunil Jeswani at Sharp Grossmont Hospital

Neurosurgeon performs cerebral bypass at Sharp Grossmont

Delicate microsurgery helps prevent stroke by rerouting blood flow inside of the brain.

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