Strokes, or brain attacks, are a leading cause of death in America (pdf). In 2020, stroke caused 1 out of 21 deaths (pdf) in the United States. Luckily, many who survive a stroke can recover with minimal complications. Rehabilitation and lifestyle changes can improve recovery and minimize the risk of recurrence. A stroke is a…
The Essential Guide to Stroke: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments, and Natural Approaches
CDC Officials Make False Statements About Possible COVID-19 Vaccine Side Effects
Officials with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have made multiple false statements this month regarding possible COVID-19 vaccine side effects, continuing a trend of mis- and disinformation from the public health agency. Dr. Tom Shimabukuro, a top CDC official, recently repeated the lie that the agency has never detected a safety…
CDC Spreads False Information About COVID-19 Vaccine Safety
A top U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) official gave false information about COVID-19 vaccine safety to the agency’s vaccine advisory panel, and a spokesperson for the agency refused to correct the misinformation. Dr. Tom Shimabukuro, director of the CDC’s Immunization Safety Office, presented on COVID-19 vaccine safety to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices…
CDC Spreads False Information About COVID-19 Vaccine Safety Monitoring
A top U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) official gave false information about COVID-19 vaccine safety monitoring to the agency’s vaccine advisory panel, and a spokesperson for the agency refused to correct the misinformation. Dr. Tom Shimabukuro, director of the CDC’s Immunization Safety Office, presented on COVID-19 vaccine safety to the Advisory Committee on Immunization…
Booster Shots May Trigger Stroke Incidents, According to CDC and FDA
In addition to cardiac events, another life-threatening side effect has been associated with the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine. When is the risk period? Does the flu shot play any role in these events? What actions should we take to better protect ourselves? Summary of Key Facts An increased risk of stroke events has been identified with the…
Study: Acupuncture for Stroke Reduces Risk of Death and Complications
Acupuncture has been used to treat stroke for thousands of years in Asian countries such as China and South Korea. The results of a study published in the international academic journal Healthcare in 2022 showed that acupuncture treatment for ischemic stroke can reduce the morbidity rate of complications and the risk of death. Stroke is…
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