Learn the warning signs and symptoms of a stroke from a neurosurgeon, and what to do if you think someone is having a brain stroke.

Have you ever experienced a sudden, severe headache? What about a moment when words just wouldn’t come out right, even though ...

I stood there in the middle of my living room stuck in disbelief. Why was the entire right- side of my body numb? All I could think about was my husband and son coming home to find me dead. RELATED: ...

Knowing most people don’t recognize the symptoms of neurological or cardiac emergencies right away, researchers are hoping to save lives with a new app.

Patients must learn to recognize the signs of stroke, but medical facilities also must do their part to emphasize quicker treatment.

The Nzombi family acted quickly when their toddler, Ezekiel, showed stroke symptoms. ... Ezekiel's mom noticed right away he wasn’t using the right side of his body.

When Leah Craft Horner couldn't see her reflection, she texted her friend that her 'brain has just stopped working.' It took a year to learn why.

The stroke occurred in March, right after Lexi’s 18th birthday. ... Stroke symptoms: ... arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body. Confusion, trouble speaking or understanding.

When Lexi Eddy sent selfies to her friends, they instantly knew something was wrong. The 18-year-old's face was drooping on one side, her words were slurred, and her left hand hung limp.

At first, she thought it might be vertigo.But, as someone who works part-time at a hospital, she also recognized she was experiencing some classic stroke symptoms.. Still, she didn’t want to ...

Ann Fulk, 24, exercised regularly, maintained a healthy diet and didn't smoke or drink heavily prior to her stroke. Doctors revealed two common things they think may have increased her risk.

Strokes are a leading cause of death and disability worldwide, striking suddenly and often without warning. About 15 million people worldwide suffer a stroke every year, according to the World ...