A stroke occurs when the blood supply to some area of the brain is cut off. With no oxygen or blood, the brain immediately shuts down, causing victims to lose consciousness. While some people will experience dizziness and headaches before the onslaught of a stroke, others may start twitching before a stroke occurs. To prevent permanent brain damage and death, immediate treatment is essential for stroke victims. Currently, stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States. This site is for those looking for information, articles and news on strokes.
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From "acalculia" to "Wallenbergs syndrome," our stroke dictionary includes an excellent collection of related terms and their definitions.

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Last year, over 150,000 people died of strokes. Our articles cover all aspects of strokes, including symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and clinical trials.

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