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Stroke Information

Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States and a leading cause of serious, long-term disability in adults. About 600,000 new strokes are reported in the U.S. each year. The good news is that treatments are available that can greatly reduce the damage caused by a stroke. However, you need to recognize the symptoms of a stroke and get to a hospital quickly. Getting treatment within 60 minutes can prevent disability.

What is a stroke?

A stroke, sometimes called a "brain attack," occurs when blood flow to the brain is interrupted. When a stroke occurs, brain cells in the immediate area begin to die because they stop getting the oxygen and nutrients they need to function.

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Stroke is sometimes called the silent killer since there are times it shows no symptoms. Scary right? That's the reason why there are life line screenings today. These screenings can help prevent stroke and other forms of heart disease. People with high risk factors and family history should undergo these tests. It is the safest and non-invasive health preventive method that can keep you safe from life-threatening diseases.

An incidence of stroke may be very severe and require more costly and complex treatment and medication. That is why it is important to avoid the risk factors of stroke