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A stroke occurs when blood flow to part of the brain is interrupted, which is why it's sometimes called a "brain attack." About 700,000 people have a stroke each year--500,000 first strokes and 200,00... Details >

U.S. Food and Drug Administration

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. A TIA ... Details >

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research  

A TIA is a "warning stroke" or "mini-stroke" that produces stroke-like symptoms but no lasting damage. Recognizing and treating TIAs can reduce your risk of a major stroke.... Details >

American Heart Association  

A transient ischemic attack (TIA) occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is briefly interrupted. This document offers information on TIA prognosis, treatment and related research. ... Details >

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