How do you recognise a transient ischaemic attack (TIA) and how does this differ from a full stroke? In this article, we explore the ABCD2 score, which can be used to identify high- and low-risk TIAs, and the best course of action if a TIA is suspected. A TIA is very often the herald of a more serious and permanent stroke, underlining why it should be acted on as a matter of urgency, and there is an update on the current guidance from NICE and the Royal College of Physicians.
Looking through the window of cardiovascular opportunity at the menopause
Most women think they are at greatest risk of dying from cancer, especially breast cancer, but in fact, women are nine times more likely to die from cardiovascular disease (CVD) than from breast cancer. The menopause has particular significance in CVD risk. In this article we look at what happens to cardiovascular risk at the menopause and opportunities for CVD prevention.
Editorial
The menopause has moved on from simply being a source of euphemisms for hot flushes as ‘power surges’ or ‘tropical moments’ to being recognised as an important stage in a woman’s life. It also has particular significance in CVD risk, which we address head-on in this issue of BJPCN.
