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

In addition to reducing blood sugar and spurring weight loss, the medicines are approved for reducing the risk of heart attacks and strokes, and in testing for helping with sleep apnea and dampening addictive behaviors.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

She strokes his face, running her fingers around his dished cheek and down under his chin.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen