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How to Prevent a Second Stroke
Each year, nearly 200,000 strokes in the U.S. are a second (third, fourth) stroke. Your risk of a recurrent stroke is highest just after you’ve experienced your first stroke, but these steps can help you prevent another stroke.
Why Women’s Risk for Stroke is Different From Men’s
Women’s risk for stroke is different than men’s. Why? It has a lot to do with female-only factors, such as hormones, childbirth, pregnancy, birth control pills and migraine headaches with aura. Neurologist Dolora Wisco, MD, explains what you need to know.
Why Does the Mysterious Cryptogenic Stroke Have No Apparent Cause?
Nearly 25% of all strokes happen with no known cause. Here’s what you need to know about this medical mystery, or what medical experts call cryptogenic stroke.
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