Stepping Up for Alzheimer’s Research
Family history and professional experiences encouraged an Oregonian to volunteer for the AHEAD clinical trial Volunteering for the AHEAD clinical trial has given Jennifer Weiss more than one way to...
Category: Stroke
Memoir of a Stroke Survivor: Michelle’s Story
At 42, Michelle Cristiani did not expect to survive a stroke. The mom of three was active, busy, and most importantly, young. “Oh, you’re too young to have a stroke,” they said. One...
Stroke Care: Working for Faster, Better Outcomes for Patients
OHSU earns Comprehensive Stroke Center (CSC) certification for meeting standards of clinical readiness and patient safety....
Diabetes drug may prevent recurring strokes and heart attacks
The OHSU Stroke Center was an integral part of an NIH-funded global study that has shown that a diabetes drug may prevent a second stroke or heart attack in patients with insulin...
Year in review: The most popular “On the Brain” posts of 2015
As we welcome in the new year, here’s a look back at the brain-related news you may have missed; a round-up of our most read blog posts of 2015: 1. Acupuncture and diet changes to treat...
Research affirms use of thrombectomy procedure for stroke treatment
Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in America and a leading cause of adult disability, according to the National Stroke Association. For patients who experience strokes and the physicians who...
Stroke survivors continue to heal through the power of music
Back in early 2013, we heard about a group of stroke survivors who found their voice and some healing through music in a group known as The Backstrokes. We're pleased to report that the music...
Your health questions answered: What can I do to lower my risk of stroke?
You ask. OHSU health experts answer. This month, one of our stroke experts is on the hot seat. Q: Stroke runs in my family: What can I do to lower my risk? A: The most important thing you...
OHSU earns top honors for stroke care
Quickly administering the clot-busting, brain-saving drug t-PA to restore blood flow to the brain. Treating acute ischemic stroke patients with medications that prevent the formation of additional...
New stroke guidelines may help women reduce their risk
Stroke has a big impact, no matter your sex. Yet stroke affects more women than men: According to the American Heart and American Stroke Associations, of the 6.8 million stroke survivors in America,...
Healthy Brain Campaign: Quit Smoking
At the start of the OHSU Brain Institute's Healthy Brain Campaign we encouraged you to partner with a Healthcare provider to educate yourself on the seven key health factors and behaviors that will...