What Happens During a Stroke?
A stroke is a medical emergency that prevents a part of your brain from getting the oxygen- and nutrient-rich blood it needs. More specifically, stroke affects the arteries that carries blood to and within your brain. A stroke can have devastating consequences, including disability and even death. Understanding what happens during a stroke can help […]
What Causes Bone Loss?
Bones are incredibly strong. In fact, ounce for ounce, bones are stronger than steel and some bones are about four times stronger than concrete. Bones are so strong for their weight because of the density of the material in bones and the way bones constantly rebuild themselves. Unfortunately, bones can lose some of the density […]
