Title: Stroke

Prevention: During a stroke, every minute counts! Fast treatment can reduce the brain damage that stroke can cause

Nutrition: You may be able to prevent stroke or reduce your risk through healthy lifestyle changes. In addition, medication can reduce stroke risk for some people

Type: The fourth leading cause of death in the United States and is a major cause of adult disability

Signs: Sudden numbness or weakness in the face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body. Sudden confusion, trouble speaking, or difficulty understanding speech. Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes. Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance, or lack of coordination. Sudden severe headache with no known cause.

Diagnose: Stroke

Therapy: If your symptoms go away after a few minutes, you may have had a transient ischemic attack (TIA). Although brief, a TIA is a sign of a serious condition that will not go away without medical help. Tell your health care team about your symptoms right away.

Warnings: Unfortunately, because TIAs clear up, many people ignore them. Don’t be one of those people. Paying attention to a TIA can save your life

Drugs: Pills you take or medicines given in your veins

Doctor: GP

Position: 5