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This site offers information about why African Americans have an increased risk of stroke. Risk factors include higher rates of high blood pressure, diabetes, and sickle cell anemia.... Details >

National Stroke Association  

Heart attack,stroke, and cardiac arrest are life-and-death emergencies -- every second counts. If you see or have any of the listed symptoms, immediately call 9-1-1. ... Details >

American Heart Association  

This guide offers information to help you on your road to recovery from stroke, including post-stroke issues, prevention, exercises, and recommendations. The guide is available online, Print copies ma... Details >

National Stroke Association  

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The Know Stroke site was developed by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) and offers a wide range of materials about stroke prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation. R... Details >

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, National Institutes of Health

Understanding what you can do to reduce your risk can decrease your chances of having a stroke. But it is still important to know the warning signs of stroke and how to respond to them. This section l... Details >

American Stroke Association  

Read about aphasia and how family and friends can help and support the patient.... Details >

American Stroke Association  

Stroke may cause temporary or permanent weakness or paralysis on one side of the body. Learn how occupational therapists can help stroke survivors regain their strength to again engage in daily activi... Details >

American Occupational Therapy Association  

Stroke risk can be controlled easier than one might think. With the help of a doctor, many diseases that increase stroke risk can be treated, and lifestyle risk factors such an unhealthy eating and sm... Details >

National Stroke Association  

About one in three people who have a Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), which is sometimes called a ministroke, eventually have a stroke, with about half occurring during the year after the TIA. You ca... Details >

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research  

This page teaches you how to recognize stroke symptoms and what to do if you think someone may be having a stroke.... Details >

National Stroke Association