Decongestants for Stroke Survivors – Are They Safe to Use?

Decongestants for stroke survivors, people with heart disease and other illnesses should not be the first choice in the battle against decongestion. Alternative treatments for decongestion and the common cold should be used instead.   Why is That? What Could Be Wrong with a Decongestant? Decongestants and many of the commonly-used cold medicines, contain ingredients…

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In the Driver’s Seat Again, after Stroke Rehab

A stroke survivor will have a hard time giving up driving if they feel that they can drive safely. In many cases, following stroke rehab, a stroke survivor can learn to drive again. The National Stroke Association estimates that about 80% of survivors successfully relearn how to drive safely. Learning to drive again after a stroke…

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