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Stroke

Giving information after stroke: what’s helpful?

A doctor and a stroke survivor reflect on the Cochrane evidence about giving people information after stroke and on their own experiences.

December 1, 2022

Lifestyle

Salt substitutes vs. regular salt: a quick look

A look at the evidence on using low-sodium salt substitutes instead of regular salt. Can salt substitutes reduce blood pressure and prevent heart attacks, and are there any risks?

August 25, 2022 1 comment

Evidence for Allied Health

Music therapies: what’s the evidence?

Cochrane UK's Sarah Chapman revisits her 2014 blog on music therapies to share new Cochrane evidence.

May 16, 2022 2 comments

Evidence for Allied Health

Evidence for Allied Health: new evidence and resources – May 2022

The latest evidence and resources for allied health professionals and clinical support staff, and a chance to help us improve these blogs.

May 6, 2022

Stroke

Stroke: advances in treatment offer hope for patients

In a blog for people interested in stroke treatment, James Garrard, Specialist Registrar in Stroke and Geriatric Medicine, reflects on his experience as a doctor working in a stroke centre and looks at the latest evidence and some game-changing developments in treatments for some stroke patients.

April 6, 2022

Evidence for Nursing