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African Americans and Stroke  External Link

This site offers information about how African Americans have an increased risk of stroke. Some factors include a higher rate of: High blood pressure, Diabetes, and Sickle cell anemia.... Details >

National Stroke Association  External Link

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

Effects of Stroke  External Link

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 >

National Stroke Association  External Link

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  External Link

Family history was found to be a significant risk factor for two common types of stroke.... Details >

American Heart Association  External Link

Heart Attack, Stroke and Cardiac Arrest Warning Signs  External Link

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 >

American Heart Association  External Link

HOPE: The Stroke Recovery Guide  External Link

This page links to stroke related information, including, organizations and resources, exercises and recommendations, a full guide, and more.... Details >

National Stroke Association  External Link

Kids and Stroke  External Link

This article presents information about kids and stroke, including causes of childhood stroke, related disabilities, babies and stroke, and more. ... Details >

National Stroke Association  External Link

Learn About Stroke  External Link

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 >

American Stroke Association  External Link

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  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 (Journal)  External Link

One of five monthly Journals for the public and healthcare professional published by the American Heart Association.... Details >

American Heart 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 Information for American Indian/Alaska Native Women

This brief fact sheet outlines the effects of stroke on minority women.... Details >

National Women's Health Information Center, Office on Women's Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Stroke Information Guide

A general overview of stroke that includes a description of the disorder, treatment, prognosis and research information. A list of referrals where users may obtain additional resources about stroke an... Details >

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

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: Controllable Risk Factors  External Link

Many of the things that increase stroke risk can be controlled. This article discusses treatable diseases and lifestyle choices that increase stroke risk.... Details >

National Stroke Association  External Link

Stroke: Hope Through Research

Also available in: Spanish 

This comprehensive resource from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke describes kinds of strokes, risk factors, symptoms, and treatments. Links to clinical trials, a glossary, ... Details >

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

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

Types of Stroke  External Link

This article provides information about the various types of stroke, including ischemic, embolic, thrombotic, hemorrhagic, and more.... Details >

National Stroke Association  External Link

What Are the Effects of Stroke?  External Link

The brain is an extremely complex organ that controls various body functions. The effects of a stroke depend primarily on the location of the obstruction and the extent of brain tissue affected. This ... Details >

American Stroke Association  External Link

What is Stroke?   External Link

This site offers information about stroke and how brain damage occurs.... Details >

National Stroke Association  External Link

Women and Stroke   External Link

This page provides information about a program to teach both men and women about stroke prevention and the importance of recognizing stroke symptoms in each other. It also has information on how to or... Details >

National Stroke Association  External Link