TIA means: T = Transient I = Ischemic A = Attack A transient ischemic attack (TIA) is an event, sometimes … More
Month: April 2013
Controllable Risk Factors – Diabetes
People with diabetes are up to 4 times as likely to have a stroke as someone who does not have … More
Controllable Risk Factors – Cholesterol
What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a soft, waxy fat (lipid) that is made by the body. It is found in … More
Controllable Risk Factors – Tobacco Use & Smoking
How is smoking linked to stroke? Smoking doubles the risk for stroke when compared to a non-smoker. It reduces the … More
