Stroke Symptom
treatments
Immediate treatment of stroke as soon as symptoms appear is essential to preventing disability. Strokes tend to reoccur, so medical prevention is key.
Video explaining stroke and what to do if you or someone you know is having symptoms of stroke. Potentially great video that loads with difficulty; at least the audio works.
symptoms
Act fast
Stroke
Print out this chart and list of stroke symptoms and keep them handy. If you or someone else has trouble performing any of the tasks, get help immediately.
Different symptoms in women
Mayo Clinic
Instead of, or in addition to the usual symptoms of stroke, women may have atypical symptoms. Recognize all the signs of stroke and get help fast.
Know the signs
Stroke Association
Watch this short and simple animation to learn the warning signs and symptoms of stroke.
Symptoms are too common
Medscape
A recent study showed that symptoms of stroke are common in people with no history of the disease, but they remain unaware. Don't be one of the masses.
self-help
Stroke calculator
Harvard
Answer a few questions about your medical history and risk factors, and find out your risk of stroke. Make lifestyle changes, before you have any symptoms of stroke.
risks
Act fast to prevent these
Satyam Foundation
Stroke is a leading cause of disability. Don't let embarrassment or denial prevent you from getting help if you have symptoms.
Women, migraines, and stroke
American Heart
Migraines are associated with an increased risk of stroke, especially migraines with aura and vision loss. If you suffer from migraines, make sure you know the symptoms of stroke.
Just because it goes away, doesn't mean it's not a problem. Symptoms of a TIA might foreshadow a catastrophic stroke.
Know your risks
YouTube
High cholesterol doesn't have symptoms and can lead to stroke, but you can't get treatment for high cholesterol if you don't go to a doctor.
causes
Why do they happen?
Cleveland Clinic
Learn about the different types of stroke, their symptoms, and their complications with this brief summary.
Treat hypertension and prevent stroke
Better Health
Hypertension has no symptoms, but it is the leading cause of stroke. Treatment of hypertension is essential for stroke prevention.
Sickle cell and stroke
Stroke Association
Sickle cell disease is a major risk factor for stroke. If you or your child has sickle cell, be prepared and know the symptoms of stroke.


