Monthly Archives: May 2010
What is Transient Ischemic Attack?
One of the most telling indicators of impending stroke is a transient ischemic attack (TIA). Sometimes called a “warning stroke” or “mini stroke,” TIA occurs when a clot temporarily interrupts blood flow in an artery and the brain is deprived …
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The Role of Rehabilitation after a Stroke
According to the National Institute of Neurological Disease and Stroke, approximately 700,000 people have a stroke each year. Of those, about 2/3 will need some form of rehabilitation. This rehabilitation plays a vital role in the recovery of stroke patients, …
Migraine and Tension Headaches Causes and Risk Factors
By: Karen Campbell, RN, COHN, Occupational Health Nurse at Central Florida Regional Hospital Migraine and tension are two of the most common forms of headaches that adults and children may experience. Migraine headaches can be so severe that they can …
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Reducing Stroke Risk: Top Tips
The National Stroke Association reports that approximately 80% of strokes are preventable. Why? Many of the risk factors for heart disease also contribute to stroke. That’s because stroke is caused by a blockage in or breakdown of blood vessels in …
What is a Stroke?
Sometimes called a “brain attack,” stroke is currently the third leading cause of death in the United States, and the leading cause of disability. However, up to 80% of strokes could be prevented. Causes of Stroke A stroke is caused …