stroke: Quick Facts

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The ‘slam dunk’ that wasn’t: Promising cholesterol drug fails to prevent heart attacks or stroke • Nov. 7, 2026, 9:50 AM ET (NBC)

Stronger cholesterol treatment shrinks more plaque in heart arteries, new clinical trial finds • Nov. 5, 2026, 9:37 AM ET (Medical Xpress)

CT experts weigh in on stroke symptoms and treatments in light of Sen. Murphy’s hospitalization • Nov. 3, 2026, 5:04 AM ET (Hartford Courant)

Clot removal days after a stroke could help more patients recover, but the procedure is not without risks • Nov. 1, 2026, 9:40 AM ET (Medical Xpress)

Scientists reveal the hidden danger of missing blood pressure medication • Oct. 25, 2026, 8:35 AM ET (Science Daily)

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Also Known As	apoplexy • cerebral hemorrhage • cerebral vascular accident • cerebrovascular accident

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