Social, environmental factors may raise risk of developing heart disease and stroke
Research Highlights:
People living in neighborhoods with more environmental adversities, including pollution, toxic sites, high traffic and few parks, had higher rates of cardiovascular disease and cardiovascular disease risk factors.
This association remained after adjusting for social vulnerabilities, such as high levels of unemployment, low income and low education.
Researchers say comprehensive strategies that […]
Young adults with migraine, other nontraditional risk factors may have higher stroke risk
Research Highlights:
Nontraditional risk factors for stroke were significantly associated with the development of strokes in adults younger than ages 35 to 45.
Migraine was the most important nontraditional risk factor for stroke among both men and women, according to the study of adults in Colorado.
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