More than 250-thousand sudden cardiac deaths each year are caused by a rapid and dramatic change in the normal heartbeat. Many people are interested in the connection between days or special events and heart disease. One European study found a connection between stroke and holidays. A stroke is a type of brain attack caused by a blood clot or blockage that restricts blood flow to the brain. Following a stroke, the functions controlled by the damaged portions of the brain may deteriorate.
Some people lose feeling or movement in parts of their bodies, and some lose the ability to speak.
Specialists at UT Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas say treatments are available to prevent further strokes, and therapy can help restore some of the functions lost because of a stroke. Other Topics Health Watch is intended to provide general information only and should not replace the advice of a medical professional. You should contact your physician if you have questions about any of these topics.