Strokes, Think F.A.S.T. on Father’s Day – and Every Day

THINK F.A.S.T. FOR FATHER’S DAY
Nearly half of men have high blood pressure, raising their risk for stroke. Remind the important men in your life to manage their risk today so a stroke can be prevented tomorrow. And know the stroke warning signs so you can act F.A.S.T.: Face drooping, Arm weakness or Speech difficulty, Time to call 911.
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GET FRESH TOPICS FOR GROUP DISCUSSIONS
Are you a stroke support group leader looking for a topic idea for your next meeting? Check out our latest modules on post-stroke pain, personality changes after a stroke and post-stroke depression. Check back regularly as the lineup continues to grow.
WHAT’S NEW

STAY OUT OF THE AFIB STROKE ZONE
If you have atrial fibrillation, you’re five times more likely to have a stroke. Lower your risk by managing your AFib. Download our symptom and medication trackers, discussion guide and other helpful tools.
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WEBINAR ON STROKE REHAB AND RECOVERY
If you missed this webinar in May, it’s now available on-demand. Join international leaders in stroke and stroke rehabilitation to discuss guidelines, the importance of stroke rehabilitation and how to use rehab in various post-stroke care situations.
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THE LATEST SCIENCE ON BRAIN-BLEED STROKE
A new American Heart Association/American Stroke Association Guideline on intracerebral hemorrhage (bleeding into the brain tissue) addresses prevention, acute care and rehabilitation of ICH. ICH is the second most common cause of stroke and the deadliest. It’s more prevalent among under-resourced populations and becomes more likely with age.
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