If you’re trying to cutback the amount of sodium in your diet, federal health officials have a list of foods for you to consider restricting. The latest Vital Signs report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that 10 types of food account for more than 40 percent of the sodium people consume [...]
There are more than 600 known neurological diseases. Neurological diseases are disorders of the brain, spinal cord and nerves throughout your body. Caring for someone with a neurological disorder can be alternately exhausting and rewarding. At Bon Secours we understand that a strong care team is one that includes, supports, educates and addresses the needs of those dealing with a neurological disease.Bon Secours Neuro News
Severe Anemia Puts Stroke Victims at Great Risk
February 7, 2012 by Leave a Comment
New research shows that being anemic could more than triple a person’s risk for dying within a year after having a stroke. Although the study focused solely on men, researchers say all anemic patients should work with their doctors to figure out the cause of their anemia and seek treatment. “Among stroke patients, severe anemia [...]
Lack of Sunlight May Raise Stroke Risk
February 2, 2012 by Leave a Comment
It may be harder to get on dark wintery days, but sunlight is associated with health benefits including regular digestion and improved mental health. Now preliminary research suggests that sun exposure might also play an essential role in determining your stroke risk. To explore the possible connection between sun and stroke, the study authors analyzed [...]
Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital Earns ACR MRI Accreditation
January 31, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Bon Secours Virginia Health System is pleased to announce that Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital, in Newport News, Va. has earned a three-year accreditation in MRI. This designation was awarded by the American College of Radiology (ACR). The ACR gold seal of accreditation represents the highest level of image quality and patient safety. It is [...]
Diagnosing a Solution for Headaches
January 25, 2012 by Leave a Comment
For those who experience chronic, painful headaches pinpointing the root cause of the aches can be a complex investigation led by your primary care physician or neurologist. While headaches are very painful, it’s rare that they are caused by a serious medical problem. If you or your physician are worried about a serious problem, an [...]
Head’s Up!
January 25, 2012 by Leave a Comment
As many youths are heading onto the soccer field, researchers are urging coaches and players to use proper heading technique to reduce the risk of possible traumatic brain injuries. Although current data does not show a direct link to chronic traumatic encephalopathy – a neurogenerative disease caused my repeatedly injuring the brain – many neurologists [...]
How to Help During a Seizure
January 18, 2012 by Leave a Comment
A seizure can be terrifying to watch – especially if you’ve never seen one before. A seizure temporarily interferes with muscle control, movement, speech, vision, or awareness. It may cause a person’s entire body to shake violently for a few seconds to a few minutes, and he or she may lose consciousness. If you see [...]
Eating Red Meat Frequently Increases Stroke Risk
January 12, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Eating red meat frequently and a higher risk for stroke may change what’s on the menu for dinner tonight, according to a new study. Researchers say eating a lot of red meat can elevate your chances of a having a stroke while eating chicken will lower it. In fact, men who ate more than two [...]
Exercise May Help People At-Risk for Alzheimer’s
January 12, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Time for many of us to lace up our sneakers and head out for a brisk walk. Researchers found that people who are genetically susceptible to Alzheimer’s may be able to lower their chances of developing the disease by exercising. The study, published in the Archives of Neurology, found that patients who carry the Alzheimer’s [...]
