strokes

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In the past, scientists found drugs that lowered levels of the particle a moderate amount but failed to reduce heart attacks and strokes in research studies, leaving patients with no approved treatment.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

Trial data released in March found that the implant was just as effective at preventing strokes as standard daily blood thinners, and significantly safer when it came to bleeding risks.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

The animals also showed greater protection against atherosclerosis, the artery clogging disease linked to heart attacks and strokes.

From Science Daily • May 25, 2026

After 54 holes, 22 players sat within four strokes of the lead, the most ever at a PGA Championship.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

My hand flows over the paper in broad strokes, a familiar feeling in my stomach as inspiration takes hold.

From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan