» "Preventing ""brain attacks"" "

"The things you can do to prevent heart attacks will also lower your risk for stroke. Not smoking is number one. Control your blood pressure and cholesterol, get regular exercise, and maintain a healthy weight. "

» "Small efforts, big rewards "

It's doesn't take shedding massive amounts of weight to positively affect your heart health.

» "Stroke - Know the symptoms, act immediately "

Getting medical attention as quickly as possible saves brain tissue and decreases the risk of long-term damage for people who suffer a stroke.

» "TIAs - ""Ministrokes"" are major emergencies "

"TIAs (Transient Ischemic Attacks) are ""warning strokes"" or mini-strokes. They come on suddenly and have the same symptoms of stroke. They usually last less than five minutes, although some may last up to 24 hours. "

» 6 symptoms you should never ignore

"1. Unexplained weight loss of 10 pounds or more. 2. Black, tarry stools - could be a bleeding ulcer or intestinal cancer. "

» An egg a day may be OK

"Eggs sometimes get a bad rap, but they have many redeeming qualities. Research has actually shown that eating one or more eggs a day did not increase the risk of heart disease or stroke among healthy adults. "

» Do your homework

"In addition to knowing the warning signs of stroke, learn which hospitals close to you are the best equipped to treat stroke. "

» Don't wait -- Major strokes often follow mini strokes

"Get medical attention immediately for any signs of stroke. Although TIAs (Transient Ischemic Attacks) that have the same symptoms of stroke can sometimes go away within five to 10 minutes, they are a warning signal. "

» Health calculator

Diabetes PHD (Personal Health Decisions) is a free online site that can help you calculate and lower your risk for diabetes and other health conditions linked to diabetes.

» Investments - What's the best rate of return?

Stocks? Bonds? CDs or IRAs? Nothing yields a greater return on your investment than exercise.

» It's OK to be a quitter

"In addition to being the number one cause of lung cancer, smoking increases your risk of stroke sixfold. Even non-smokers who breathe secondhand smoke either at home or at work have nearly double the risk for stroke. "

» Preventing heart disease

Seven ways to prevent heart disease and stroke. Heart attacks and strokes kill close to a million people in the U.S. every year. The good news is you can do a lot to prevent them. 1. Stop smoking.

» Snoring is no laughing matter

"Window-rattling snoring can be a sign of sleep apnea, a condition that increases your risk for high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke, and diabetes. "

» The heart of the matter - How a flu shot could save your life

"If you have a history of heart disease, a flu shot could do more than just keep you from feeling miserable for a week or two. "

» The rules for going raw: Mix it up

"Raw foods are becoming a popular dietary choice. Some people even make it a lifestyle, cooking nothing above 115 F. There's evidence that a plant-based diet may lower the risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, obesity, and other conditions. "

» The whole truth about whole grains

"The phrase ""whole grain"" has become a buzzword. Everyone seems to know whole grains are good for you (unless you have Celiac Disease), but many people don't know why. "

» Update on aspirin

The most recent guidelines for taking aspirin to prevent disease advise low-dose aspirin for men ages 45-79 to prevent heart disease and for women ages 55-79 to prevent the most common type of stroke.

» What you need to know about stroke

"If you or someone you are with shows signs of stroke, call 911 immediately instead of driving to the hospital. People who arrive by ambulance are usually seen more quickly in emergency rooms. "