Tag: FAST acronym for strokes
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Doctors Explain the Signs of Stroke in Women and Men
Knowing these symptoms can save a life. Every forty seconds, someone in the United States has a stroke – an attack on the human brain. This alarming statistic from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention underscores the silent yet pervasive threat strokes pose to our health. A stroke can strike like lightning – sudden, shocking, and…
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15 Symptoms of Stroke Most People Overlook
Do you know the symptoms of a stroke? While there are some variations in the signs between men and women, universal symptoms shouldn’t be ignored. Did you know that stroke is a leading killer among women? The CDC states that the risk increases for women once they reach the age of 55, and one in…
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Scientists Unveil Cutting-edge Exosuit To Aid in Stroke Rehabilitation
After suffering from a stroke, many patients get transferred to a stroke rehabilitation center or nursing home. These units have specific equipment and therapies that allow patients to make a partial or full recovery. According to the National Institute of Health physicians, the rehabilitation required after a stroke varies depending upon the nature and severity.…
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9 Warning Signs of an Ischemic Stroke Never to Ignore
Ischemic strokes are scary and dangerous, but often they don’t get early medical attention because people don’t recognize the signs. The symptoms are apparent for this type of stroke, but they mimic signs of so many other conditions that people might not take them seriously. However, you or others around you must catch on to…