About Cerebrovascular Accidents (Strokes)

Whenever a stroke occurs, the vessels in the brain become blocked, thereby causing basic tissue to die. As this happens, some body function is lost. The cause of a stroke is usually a hemorrhage. This in turn may be due to a blood vessel bursting and bleeding into the brain, or a clot traveling through the blood vessel and becoming lodged, preventing blood flow to part of the brain.

If you think a stroke has occurred, call 911 immediately!

Warning Signs & Symptoms

• Sudden and severe headache

• Dizziness

• Weakness on one side of the body

• Falling

• Dropping objects

Treatment & Prevention

• Consult a physician

• Have your blood pressure checked regularly

• Maintain normal weight for your age and height

• Follow medical orders regarding your lifestyle

For More Information...

American Heart Association
800-242-8721 (800-AHA-USA1)
www.americanheart.org

American Stroke Association
888-478-7653 (888-4STROKE)
www.strokeassociation.org

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