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Effects of Stroke 
Stroke can rob people of the most basic methods of interacting with the world. The specific abilities that will be lost or affected by stroke depend on the extent of the brain damage and most importan... Details >
Facts About Heart Disease and Stroke Among American Indians and Alaska Natives
Heart disease and stroke, the principal causes of cardiovascular disease, are the first and fifth leading causes of death among American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/AN). Risk factors often occur to... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Family history raises odds of stroke at young age
Family history was found to be a significant risk factor for two common types of stroke.... Details >
Heart Attack, Stroke and Cardiac Arrest Warning Signs
Heart attack and stroke are life-and-death emergencies -- every second counts. If you see or have any of the listed symptoms, immediately call 9-1-1. ... Details >
HOPE: The Stroke Recovery Guide
This page links to stroke related information, including, organizations and resources, exercises and recommendations, a full guide, and more.... Details >
Kids and Stroke
This article presents information about kids and stroke, including causes of childhood stroke, related disabilities, babies and stroke, and more. ... Details >
Learn About Stroke
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 >
Life After Stroke
This section links to topics that cover various subjects about life after stroke, including complications, driving, emotional changes, feeling tired, living at home, and more.... Details >
Questions and Answers About Stroke
This fact sheet answers consumers' most basic questions about stroke -- types, symptoms, risk factors, emergency care, and the effects on society in terms of mortality, morbidity and economic costs.... Details >
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, National Institutes of Health
Recovering From Stroke
Occupational therapists can help stroke survivors regain their strength to again engage in daily activities.... Details >