In adults under age 50, strokes caused by clots are on the rise – and many happen without a clear link to a traditional cause such as high blood pressure.

A new study suggests the underlying reason for these unexplained, or cryptogenic, strokes could hinge in part on whether ...

A new study identified overlapping factors that affect your odds of developing these brain diseases late in life.

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Blood clots can cause serious problems like heart attacks, strokes, and even sudden death. They form when platelets—tiny ...

Inflammation from an infection or injury are among the causes of DVT. Fractures and surgeries can also damage veins, which increase the risk of blood clots. Immobility for long periods of time is ...

Fractures and surgeries can also damage veins, which increase the risk of blood clots. Immobility for long periods of time is another common cause. San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama is ...