For more ideas on ways to research and make wise choices, we recommend the following resources:
National Stroke Association - An educational site including information on Stroke Prevention, Stroke Risk Factors, and Stroke Symptoms.
The Stroke Awareness Foundation - An organization whose mission is to improve community awareness of stroke and its treatment through advocacy, education and public awareness programs in the community.
Stroke Awareness for Everyone - Support designed for stroke survivors and their families, in addition to doctors, nurses and therapists involved with stroke.
American Stroke Association - This site includes information about the causes and effects of stroke, support for stroke survivors, as well as resources for healthcare professionals.
American Heart Association – This site includes information on all cardiovascular diseases, their warning signs, and prevention.
The Stroke Network - Support designed for stroke survivors and their caregivers of adult stroke.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - This site includes information on all medical conditions as well as useful resources for healthcare providers.
Triple Threat Challenge - This site includes information on the combined cardiovascular threats of High levels of LDL, Low levels of HDL, and High levels of Triglycerides.
The American Geriatrics Society - Information on Stroke Awareness and Prevention for geriatric patients.
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