Not that long ago, physicians had little idea what caused the "brain attack," let alone how to treat it effectively.
Building a healthy baby is a nutrient-intensive activity. A good overall diet that emphasizes fruits and vegetables will give your baby the best start possible, but most clinicians also recommend prenatal vitamins.
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Stroke can occur at any age — even in children, infants, and babies in the womb. Stroke in children has different symptoms and causes, and a different recovery outlook, than it does in adults, but getting effective care fast is still the key to a good outcome.
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Every second counts when it comes to stroke treatment. Once a stroke starts, 1.9 million brain cells may die each minute until the blood supply to the brain is reestablished. That's where telestroke comes in. What is telestroke? It's an approach that finds the right balance between getting to the closest hospital and having access to world-class expertise in stroke treatment.
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Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability in the United States. But it doesn't have to be that way — up to 80 percent of strokes are preventable. Increasing your knowledge of stroke causes, treatment, and prevention can help you reduce your risk and ensure that you and your loved ones get effective care quickly. Here are five essential stroke facts to know.
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Whether the temperature is too hot, too cold, or just right, our bodies respond in different ways. The flu, heart attacks, diabetes diagnosis, depression, and other ailments are all more common in winter months. Summer has its hazards, of course, and winter can even have health advantages. Knowing what's around the corner in terms of seasonal health can help you feel your best all year long.
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