Search Results for: stroke
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What to Do If Someone Is Having a Stroke
Ask yourself a question: If a friend or parent were to have a stroke tomorrow, would you know what to do? Learn the steps to take if someone has a stroke.Watch Now
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
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Why Rehabilitation Matters for Stroke Victims
Stroke is a leading cause of disability in the United States. Early and comprehensive stroke rehabilitation can help stroke victims work toward recovery.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Neurosurgery and Brain Health
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Road to Recovery: Forms of Rehab After Stroke
Inpatient stroke rehabilitation is one way to get the specialized care stroke patients need in order to adapt and recover.Read More
Categorized as: Rehabilitation
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Recovery from Hemorrhagic Stroke: Tom’s Story
Find out how the UPMC Rehabilitation Institute helped one man regain strength after a hemorrhagic stroke.Read More
Categorized as: Rehabilitation
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Stroke Symptoms: Identifying the Signs of Stroke
What are the signs of stroke? Known as a "brain attack," stroke is the leading cause of disability in the United States. Learn more about stroke symptoms and signs of stroke.Read More
Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health
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Heart Health & Stroke Risk: What’s the Link?
Heart disease and stroke can sometimes go hand in hand. Learn about the link between heart health and stroke, and what you can do to stay healthy.Read More
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
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Atrial Fibrillation & Stroke Prevention
Learn why stroke prevention is important for people with atrial fibrillation (AFib). Find out how AFib patients can lower their risks of stroke.Read More
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
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Medical Mondays: Stroke Treatment and Prevention
Learn more about stroke prevention and treatment options, such as mechanical thrombectomy, in this edition of Medical Mondays from UPMC.Learn More
Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health
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Infographic: Stroke Aftermath Issues
A stroke itself is a shock and recovery can be, too. Check out our infographic to learn some common issues faced in the aftermath of a stroke.Learn More
Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health