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Your are not alone. Learn from people who are on similar stroke journeys at spr.ly/6016Dj7S8 - Dr. B #Brainforlife

A8 About 1 in 4 stroke survivors have a second stroke. If you’re a clot-related stroke survivor, speak with your doctor about aspirin and other medications, along with a healthy diet and physical activity to reduce the risk of another stroke. -Dr. B #Brainforlife

Stroke can have huge effects, not just on you, but on your family too. Taking the steps to prevent a stroke must be a priority. Simple, consistent steps may save your life and help to prevent what can be a devastating event for your and your loved ones. - Dr. B #Brainforlife

A7 High blood pressure is like running your tires at too high of a pressure. It's either going to shorten the life of the tire or blow out. - Dr. B #BrainForLife

High blood pressure can damage your blood vessels and can cause blood clots to form which can lead to a stroke. It can also weaken your vessels making them more likely to rupture or leak. -Dr. B #Brainforlife

A6: Stroke guidelines have increased the time frame for patients to qualify for treatment using a clot-removal device to recover with little or no disability – urgency is still required during a stroke event. -Dr. B #Brainforlife

A5 Up to 80% of strokes may be prevented. What’s good for your health is good for your brain. @American_Heart recommends following “Life’s Simple 7” to achieve ideal health: spr.ly/6015Dj7nX -Dr. B #BrainForLife

You can decrease your risk of #stroke by quitting smoking (or never starting.) For smokers, the risk of developing coronary heart disease is 2 to 4 times higher than for nonsmokers. Coronary heart disease is a major risk factor for stroke - Dr. B #Brainforlife

A3: A stroke is a medical emergency, if you think you or your loved one is exhibiting the signs of stroke, call 9-1-1 immediately. - Dr. B #BrainForlife #wednesdaywisdom

Some less common signs may also be numbness, loss of vision, severe headache, sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination. -Dr. B #BrainforLife

Here's an easy way to help you remember the signs of stroke #Brainforlife WATCH: spr.ly/6014Dj7Bs

A1: There are two types of strokes—hemorrhagic and ischemic. A hemorrhagic stroke occurs when a blood vessel bleeds or ruptures. An ischemic stroke is caused by a clot - it occurs when a mass blocks a blood vessel, cutting off blood flow to a part of the brain. --Dr. B