Senior smokers with migraine have increased stroke risk
by Bruce Sylvester: Seniors with migraines who smoke appear to be at an increased risk of stroke, researchers reported on July 22, 2015 in Neurology.
by Bruce Sylvester: Seniors with migraines who smoke appear to be at an increased risk of stroke, researchers reported on July 22, 2015 in Neurology.
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