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Talk about a brain teaser. While the obvious signs of a stroke are easy to spot, there are several subtle symptoms that can slip under the radar. But don’t let them deceive you. “All symptoms ...
Despite still being the fifth leading cause of death in the United States, stroke is another example of an area we're seeing improvement. Data from U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ...
A stroke is basically the brain's version of a heart attack. Some even call it a "brain attack." That might sound like a bad zombie movie, but what's happening is that part of your brain isn't ...
One in six deaths from cardiovascular disease in the United States is due to stroke, and over 100 million people worldwide have had a stroke, which is a leading cause of serious long-term disability.
A stroke in the eye occurs when blood flow to the retina is blocked. Treatment depends on the type of blockage and the severity of the damage. Early medical care improves outcomes. Blood vessels ...
During a stroke, the face can droop on one or both sides. The eyelids and corners of the mouth may appear pulled down, and a person may be unable to smile or speak clearly. A stroke happens when ...