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Ask NOAH About: Heart Disease and Stroke  External Link

New York Online Access to Health (NOAH) provides full-text health information for consumers about cardiovascular diseases in both English and Spanish.... Details >

NOAH: New York Online Access to Health  External Link

Brain Attack: A Look at Stroke Prevention and Treatment

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

Early Treatment Confirmed as Key to Stroke Recovery

Stroke patients who were treated within 90 minutes of the onset of their symptoms showed the most improvement. ... Details >

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

Recovering From Stroke  External Link

Occupational therapists can help stroke survivors regain their strength to again engage in daily activities.... Details >

American Occupational Therapy Association  External Link

Stroke Connection Magazine  External Link

A magazine about "life after stroke" for stroke survivors, caregivers, family members, and healthcare professionals. The magazine may be viewed and read online in Adobe Acrobat file format.... Details >

American Stroke Association  External Link

Stroke Risk Assessment  External Link

Use this online assessment quiz to find out if you are risk for developing stroke. Results are immediately available along with links to prevention information and warning signs of stroke.... Details >

American Stroke Association  External Link

Stroke: Prevention and Treatment  External Link

Also available in: Spanish   External Link

Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States after heart disease and cancer. It is a major cause of disability among adults and a major factor in late-life dementia. The incidence o... Details >

National Institute on Aging Information Center

Transient Ischemic Attack  External Link

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  External Link

Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)  External Link

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  External Link

Transient Ischemic Attack Information Page

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

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