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Stroke

Strokes are a leading cause of death in the United States. Learn about what causes a stroke and signs of a stroke in women and men.

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I’m 24 and I Had a Massive Stroke

A 24-year-old stroke survivor reveals how grateful she is about the rare condition that followed her pregnancy, and how it changed her life for the better.

Recovering from a Stroke Is Hard—Here’s How I’m Making the Most of Rehab

Recovery is possible 
for most anyone, if you have 
enough determination.
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A Woman Had Two Strokes at Age 29—Here’s How She Recovered

Dina was a perfectly healthy young adult starting a new life—until she suddenly found herself...
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6 Signs of a Stroke You Might Be Ignoring

Stroke is the fifth-leading cause of death nationwide. Brain damage from strokes can be minimized...
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14 Foods That Can Reduce Your Risk of Stroke

Lowering your blood pressure is the best way to protect yourself from stroke. Following these...

If You’re at Risk for a Stroke, This Acronym Could Save Your Life

If you or a loved one exhibits any of these signs, act FAST.

I Had a Stroke at 36—and I Owe My Recovery to an Anti-Wrinkle Injection

Many people assume that strokes happen only to old people. That mistake could cost you...

Carotid Artery Surgery: Could It Give You a Stroke?

Know the facts before going under the knife to clear your carotid artery.

The Stranger Who Changed My Life: The Boy Who Saved the Senator

Just when his condition threatened to devastate him completely, he received a letter from an...