The Malta Independent 19 May 2024, Sunday
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Bright outdoor light at night may increase stroke risk

Sunday, 19 May 2024, 10:09 Last update: about 4 hours ago Associated Press

Too much exposure to bright outdoor lights at night may increase a person's stroke risk, new research suggests. The study involved more than 28,000 people living in a large city in China....

The first drive-thru pharmacy in Malta at Remedies Campus

Thursday, 16 May 2024, 14:49 Last update: about 2 days ago

Exciting news for Malta! Remedies is proud to introduce the island's first ever drive-thru pharmacy, conveniently located at Remedies Campus Hub. Now open Mondays to Saturdays from 6pm to 10.30pm,...

Torn neck arteries may be more common than once thought

Wednesday, 15 May 2024, 10:40 Last update: about 4 days ago Associated Press

Along each side of the neck are a pair of arteries that supply blood to the brain. It's rare for one of those blood vessels to tear. But it's one of the most common causes of a stroke in younger...

Venalta Cryogel for Circulatory Health

Sunday, 12 May 2024, 08:30 Last update: about 9 days ago

Venalta Cryogel by Alta Care Laboratoires is a topical product designed to address the persistent issues of varicose and spider veins, circulation problems and heavy legs. Using the power of...

When symptoms suggest a stroke, but it's something else

Saturday, 4 May 2024, 09:36 Last update: about 15 days ago Associated Press

What looks and feels like a stroke sometimes isn't. Instead, sudden weakness, difficulty speaking, vision changes, dizziness and other symptoms of a stroke might be caused by something else – a...

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