stroke

Why stroke patients may laugh or cry uncontrollably

Medical Conditions

Stroke Side Effects: Crying and Laughing Uncontrollably

One of the most misunderstood and emotionally distressing stroke side effects is pseudobulbar affect (PBA). This is a condition that...

A TIA is a warning sign for stroke. Here are the facts!

Medical Conditions

TIA Is a Warning Sign of Stroke and Vascular Dementia

A transient ischemic attack (TIA), often called a “mini-stroke,” is your body's urgent warning signal, and ignoring it could have...

signs of stroke

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Recognize Signs of Stroke and Act F.A.S.T.

Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability Strokes are serious and can be deadly. Being familiar with the...

after stroke

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Dressing After Stroke: Tips to Regain Independence [Video]

Stroke survivors can re-learn to dress independently After a stroke, seniors need to re-learn everyday tasks like dressing themselves. Dressing...

stroke therapy exercises

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Stroke Therapy Exercises for Upper and Lower Body [Video]

Rehab helps stroke survivors regain abilities Rehabilitation and physical therapy help stroke survivors relearn skills that are lost when parts...

prevent heart attack and stroke

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Prevent Heart Attack and Stroke with 6 Tips from a Cardiologist

Ask for tests that could save your senior’s life Heart disease is so common that it causes 1 in 4...

aphasia communication

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Tips for Communicating with Seniors Who Have Difficulty Speaking After Stroke [Infographic]

Difficulty speaking after stroke is common When someone is recovering from a stroke, there are both physical and cognitive challenges...

high blood pressure in seniors

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Understanding High Blood Pressure in Seniors [Infographic]

High blood pressure is a condition that affects the majority of seniors. It negatively affects health and can increase the...