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Committed to developing therapies to extend and enhance the quality of human life after stroke and other hard to treat diseases. https://xitter.cf/t.co/UThjHCM1Gj…

 Cleveland, OH
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Van had a stroke early on a Monday morning. His wife, Angela, knew the signs and acted fast. Thanks to her, he got clot-busting medication within an hour. He was home by Saturday with no physical or cognitive impairments. Read his Story from the Heart: spr.ly/6011uH3GN
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High blood pressure causes no symptoms and nearly half of all people living with the deadly condition don’t know they have it. A new report by @WHO in partnership with @ResolveTSL sheds light on the cause of half of all strokes - and the race to stop it. bit.ly/44W2Z0L
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More people are surviving stroke because of increased public awareness, better treatment and coordinated systems of care. But four in 10 Canadians do not know any of the FAST signs of stroke. Help us share this life-saving message. Learn more: bit.ly/41B63yO.
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Steve, Tom and Julie were left with aphasia after their strokes. When the Words Away Went, follows their journeys as they prepare for some of the most challenging milestones in their recovery so far. Watch the film online now at stroke.org.uk or stream on Channel 4.
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More people are surviving stroke because of increased public awareness, better treatment and coordinated systems of care. But four in 10 Canadians do not know any of the FAST signs of stroke. Help us share this life-saving message. Learn more: bit.ly/41B63yO.
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Extreme heat events, which increase the risk of death from cardiovascular disease and stroke, are becoming more common. Get the facts on how to stay safe in the summer heat. bit.ly/3OyQ1Aa
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"After her third stroke, Tiana, 11, had to re-learn how to eat and drink. This is her remarkable story." Read more: 7news.com.au/lifestyle/healt…

Tiana suffered three debilitating strokes before the age of 11. This is her remarkable story

The young music-lover had to relearn how to hold her head up.

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Strokes are more common in the elderly, but the incidence in younger Australians in their 20s and 30s is on the rise. Approximately 29 strokes a day are experienced by working aged (18-64) Australians. More via @smh: smh.com.au/lifestyle/health-…

At 38, Catrina had a stroke. These are the signs she ignored

The fit and healthy mother of two thought she was developing a migraine. But it was something much worse.

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A Canberra woman is urging people to rethink their misconceptions around stroke after she dismissed her own as a migraine. Fiona Morgan is helping fight stroke together during national #StrokeWeek by encouraging Aussies to learn the F.A.S.T. message. strokefoundation.org.au/medi…
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We caught up with Dr. Jodi Edwards (@brainheartnexus) to learn her thoughts on how social factors affect women's stroke risk. See what she had to say and read more about her research: bit.ly/3XOCfNP. #BeatHealthInequity

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Allison Graff has survived atrial fibrillation, mini-strokes, cardiomyopathy and brain surgery to correct moyamoya disease. She's "living life to the fullest" with a healthy lifestyle and following doctors' orders. Read her Story From the Heart: spr.ly/6016PRIoI
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“Women must continue to look out for each other and support each other. I hope all women can get the care they need when it comes to their heart and brain health.” @Deborah_Cox shares her connection to heart disease and stroke and the need to #BeatHealthInequity.

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1 in 3 adults don't think there's anything they can do to prevent a #stroke. 1 in 4 adults will have a stroke in their lifetime. 90% of strokes are linked to preventable risk factors Let's address the stroke perception gap! @WHO @BloombergDotOrg world-stroke.org/news-and-bl…
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Doctors call unexplained strokes like Angela's "cryptogenic." Learn how you can work with your health care team to uncover the cause of stroke and prevent a second one. spr.ly/6015O4P69 @Medtronic supports @American_Stroke's Secondary Stroke Prevention Initiative.
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“I am here for a reason.” Read how Lynne Marie Sherry's Indigenous culture helped sustain her through a devastating stroke and how her family is taking inspiration from Lynne’s unquenchable spirit. #StrokeMonth

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We've been talking a lot about #aphasia as part of our #LetsTalkAphasia campaign but do you know why can it happen after a stroke? This video explains how a stroke affects communication, including aphasia. Find out more: bit.ly/3p3jyco

How stroke affects communication

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Steve’s stroke left him with the language and communication disorder, aphasia, that affected his ability to talk to his loved ones. As his wedding approaches, he’s determined to say his vows. Watch his story in our film online at stroke.org.uk or stream on Channel 4.
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ALT Steve is sat on his sofa looking towards the right.

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June is #AphasiaAwarenessMonth. Not sure what aphasia is or how it affects over 350,000 stroke survivors and their families in the UK? Watch our film, When the Words Away Went to find out more. Available to stream on Channel 4 or stroke.org.uk. #LetsTalkAphasia
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Steve, Tom and Julie were left with aphasia after their strokes. When the Words Away Went, follows their journeys as they prepare for some of the most challenging milestones in their recovery so far. Watch the film online now at stroke.org.uk or stream on Channel 4.
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Only 3.3% of UK patients eligible for a thrombectomy receive one... This World Thrombectomy Day we will continue to champion this game-changing treatment that saves brains, saves money, and changes lives. #WTD2023 Find out more about #SavingBrains: stroke.org.uk/saving-brains
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ALT Three health professionals delivering a thrombectomy

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May is #StrokeAwarenessMonth, we're marking the occasion by launching our new campaign, "A- what-sia? #LetsTalkAphasia" to highlight the language and communication disorder that affects so many stroke survivors. Find out more: stroke.org.uk/get-involved/s…
Kelly has short blonde hair and is looking away from the camera. The photo is of her head and shoulders. Text on the image says #LetsTalkAphasia.

ALT Kelly has short blonde hair and is looking away from the camera. The photo is of her head and shoulders. Text on the image says #LetsTalkAphasia.

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