Dec 13, 2024 · You can take steps to prevent a stroke. It's important to know your stroke risk factors and follow the advice of your healthcare professional about healthy lifestyle strategies. If you've had a stroke, these measures might help prevent another stroke. If you have had a transient ischemic attack (TIA), these steps can help lower your risk of a ...

Dec 13, 2024 · Stroke treatments are most effective if they can be used early after stroke symptoms occur. Most strokes are preventable. And stroke prevention is far more effective than trying to treat a stroke after it has occurred.

Apr 8, 2022 · In this video, we'll cover the basics of a stroke. What is it, who it happens to, the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. Whether you're looking for answers for yourself or someone you love, we're here to give you the best information available.

Dec 13, 2024 · More than 17,000 people with stroke or other blood vessel and brain (cerebrovascular) conditions receive comprehensive care from Mayo Clinic's stroke experts each year. Innovative programs. Experts at Mayo Clinic's campuses in Arizona, Florida and Minnesota use telestroke (stroke telemedicine) to evaluate people who have had strokes at remote ...

Jun 17, 2024 · What is a stroke? A stroke occurs when the blood supply to your brain is suddenly disrupted, preventing brain tissue from getting oxygen and resulting in brain cells dying. This injury to the brain causes a neurologic deficit (impaired functioning, such as an inability to speak or walk normally). There are two forms of stroke: Ischemic stroke ...

Jan 29, 2025 · Stroke symptoms include trouble speaking and understanding others; numbness or weakness, often on one side of the face, arms or legs; vision problems; a severe headache; and trouble walking. We use an acronym you may have heard previously to help people recognize warning signs of a stroke:

Oct 24, 2024 · When the symptoms of stroke present, calling 911 and seeking care immediately is the most crucial step to prevent disability or death. “We have excellent treatments to reverse stroke symptoms, but these treatments are incredibly time-dependent,” says Dr. Stephen English , a Mayo Clinic neurologist .

May 10, 2023 · A stroke happens every 40 seconds in the U.S. Mayo Clinic's Dr. David Miller says you can reduce your stroke risk. Learn how.

May 30, 2023 · Stroke is a medical emergency. The faster you get treatment, the better your chances are of recovering. May is Stroke Awareness Month to raise awareness about stroke prevention and treatment. It's also Women's Health Awareness Month. Mayo Clinic experts say women with stroke symptoms should not delay seeking treatment.

Aug 21, 2024 · A stroke happens when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted. An ischemic stroke, the most common type, is caused by a blocked artery in the brain. With hemorrhagic strokes, a blood vessel in the brain leaks or bursts and causes bleeding in the brain.