Medscape |
FDA approves new device for prevention of recurrent strokes in … FDA.gov The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved the Amplatzer PFO Occluder device. The PFO Occluder reduces the risk of a stroke in patients who previously had a stroke believed to be caused by a blood clot that passed through a small hole in the … FDA Approves Amplatzer PFO ... |
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Bellevue firefighter inspiring, educating others after severe stroke
KOMO News BELLEVUE–There are some traits we expect all firefighters have. Bravery and determination come to mind. Bellevue firefighter Phil Pierson needed those traits more than ever when he suffered a stroke that could have killed him, or at least killed his … |
KTTS |
Today Is World Stroke Day
KTTS For Wold Stoke Day today, the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association join others across the nation and the world to encourage people to save lives by responding promptly to stroke. Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the … |
ITV News |
Stroke experts reveal ‘postcode lottery’ ITV News A report claims people who have suffered strokes face a worrying variation in hospital treatment according to where they live. Almost half of stroke victims receive a brain scan within one hour so doctors can identify the most suitable type of treatment. Stroke experts reveal ‘shocking variation’ in treatment of victims … |
Gulf Times |
New HMC facility a boon for stroke patients Gulf Times Hamad Medical Corporation’s Neuroangiography Suite, officially opened in April this year, has improved outcomes for dozens of stroke patients admitted to Hamad General Hospital (HGH). “Every day, around five new stroke patients are admitted to HGH,” … Patient praises quality of care at Hamad Medical Corporation after … |