About 600,000 Americans will have a stroke this year - and 160,000 of them will die. The symptoms of stroke are easy to recognize. Because a stroke affects the brain, a stroke victim will most likely be unable to assess his or her problems correctly. A stroke victim stands the best chance if a knowledgeable, concerned person is available when the stroke occurs. Call 911 immediately.
Stroke is a medical emergency.
Immediate treatment may save someone's life and enhance his or her chance for successful rehabilitation and recovery. A risk factor is a condition or behavior that places an individual at greater risk of experiencing a disease or other medical disorder. Treat it . Quit smoking . Ask your doctor for programs and medication that may help you quit smoking.