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Get the Facts
Know how to spot a stroke? Most don't.
Seconds count when it comes to surviving a stroke. WebMD tells you how to recognize the warning signs.
What is Stroke?
Self-Assessment Tools
Stroke Risk Assessment Tool
This interactive tool estimates your risk of stroke and provides personalized tips for prevention. Sponsored by the Harvard School of Public Health.
Stroke Risk Factors
Women's Heart Disease Risk Quiz
Some risk factors for stroke are different for women than for men. The way you live your life each day affects your heart. Are you at risk?
Resources
African Americans and Stroke - Power to End Stroke
Information unique for African Americans.
Aspirin Taken Right After a Stroke May Prevent a Second One
For Caregivers and Families (NSA)
NSA provides information and resources for families and caregivers of stroke survivors.
National Stroke Association
NSA's mission is to lower the incidence and impact of stroke by developing compelling community outreach programs, calling for continued improvement in the quality of stroke patient care, and educating both healthcare professionals and the general public about stroke.
Women and Stroke - What you need to know about strokes
In depth information about what stroke is, risk factors, and what you can do to prevent strokes.

 

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