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Stroke

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18. What research is being done on stroke? - cont'd

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Currently, scientists are conducting stroke studies in animals. One promising area of animal research involves hibernation. If scientists can discover how animals hibernate without experiencing brain damage, they may discover ways to stop the brain damage associated with decreased blood flow in stroke patients. (Answer continues on next page.)