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Although stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in America and a leading cause of adult disability, many myths surround this disease. Test how much you know about stroke today
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| MYTH: Stroke cannot be prevented. | FACT: Up to 80 percent of strokes are preventable. |
| MYTH: There is no treatment for stroke. | FACT: At any sign of stroke call 9-1-1- immediately. Treatment may be available. |
| MYTH: Stroke only affects the elderly. | FACT: Stroke can happen to anyone at any time. |
| MYTH: Stroke happens in the heart. | FACT: Stroke is a "brain attack". |
| MYTH: Stroke recovery only happens for the first few months after a stroke. | FACT: Stroke recovery is a lifelong process. |
| MYTH: Strokes are rare. | FACT: There are nearly 7 million stroke survivors in the U.S. Stroke is the 5th leading cause of death in the U.S. |
| MYTH: Strokes are not hereditary. | FACT: Family history of stroke increases your chance for stroke. |
| MYTH: If stroke symptoms go away, you don’t have to see a doctor. | FACT: Temporary stroke symptoms are called transient ischemic attacks (TIA). They are warning signs prior to actual stroke and need to be taken seriously. |
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