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May is National Stroke Awareness Month

May 25, 2024

By Karen Stokes The month of May is dedicated to spreading information and raising awareness about strokes. Stroke is a disease that affects the arteries leading to and within the brain. It is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States. According to the American Stroke Association […]

Popular Interests In This Article: Adrienne Mayberry, Karen Stokes, National Stroke Awareness Month, Strokes

High Blood Pressure Triples Stroke Risk for Black Women Under 35, Study Finds

February 17, 2024

By Karen Stokes Black women who develop hypertension before the age of 35 might have a three times higher chance of experiencing a stroke, and those who develop hypertension before the age of 45, may face twice the risk of suffering a subsequent stroke. This is according to a preliminary study presented at the American […]

Popular Interests In This Article: American Heart Association, Dr. Hugo J Aparicio, Hypertension, Karen Stokes, Strokes

Stroke & Dementia in Black Men: 11 Ways to Thrive, Survive, and Manage the Risks

November 4, 2023

Source: National Institute of Neurological Disorders & Stroke Stroke is a leading cause of death and long-term disability, with nearly 800,000 Americans having a stroke each year. Making matters worse, Black/African American men are at substantially higher risk for high blood pressure and strokes, according to medical experts. Over time, uncontrolled high blood pressure, especially […]

Popular Interests In This Article: Black Mens Health, Dementia, High Blood Pressure, Strokes

Recognize Stroke Symptoms, Act FAST to Improve Health

May 27, 2023

By Karen Stokes When someone suffers a stroke, time is essential. There is very limited time to restore blood flow to the brain before the injury is irreversible. According to the American Heart Association, about 800,000 people in the United States suffer from a stroke each year. Adrienne Mayberry, MSN, RN, Stroke Coordinator at ProHealth […]

Popular Interests In This Article: Adrienne Mayberry, American Heart Association, Karen Stokes, Strokes

National Stroke Month Shines a Spotlight on Stroke Prevention and Recovery

May 20, 2023

By Karen Stokes During National Stroke Awareness Month, the CDC convened a briefing attended by prominent scientists and public health leaders to unveil recent stroke-related data and delve into the real-world implications of stroke in the United States. Stroke stands as the fifth leading cause of both death and long-term disability in the country. A […]

Popular Interests In This Article: Karen Stokes, National Stroke Awareness Month, ShantaQuilette Carter-Williams, Strokes



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