What Causes a Stroke?
A stroke happens when blood flow to part of the brain is blocked or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts. Without oxygen-rich blood, brain cells begin to die within minutes.
Does the Shingles Vaccine Lower the Risk of Dementia?
Could a vaccine designed to prevent shingles also offer protection for your brain? A new 2024 study published in Nature Medicine explores an unexpected link between the recombinant shingles vaccine and the risk of developing dementia.
In this video, we break down what researchers found, how the study was structured, and why this could matter for millions of older adults.
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