Stroke is a blockage of blood flow to the brain caused by a clogged or ruptured blood vessel.
It is the third leading cause of death behind diseases of the heart and cancer, and is a leading cause of severe, long-term disability. As part of the initiative to improve the care of stroke patients, a group of healthcare providers, administrators, stroke supervisors, caregivers and civic leaders have come together for Operation Stroke . The May 23 awareness event will kick off with a brief press conference and a tree planting ceremony at 10 a.m. 259 if you have any questions, or if you are interested in joining Operation Stroke , or visit The American Stroke Association . Rush physician Sean Ruland, DO, co-chairs the event.