May is National Stroke Awareness Month

April 27, 2017

Since May is National Stroke Awareness Month, we thought it would be a good time to provide you some useful resources concerning the main causes of strokes, general ways to prevent strokes, and early warning signs of having a stroke. Considering that, according to the American Stroke Association, someone in the United States has a stroke every 40 seconds, and 80 percent of these strokes are considered preventable, this information is important for you to know.

To learn more about strokes, click these informative links below provided by the American Stroke Association.

• American Stroke Association
  • www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/

• Stroke Warning Signs (F.A.S.T.)
  • www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/WarningSigns/Stroke-Warning-Signs-and-Symptoms_UCM_308528_SubHomePage.jsp

*This article contains links to a compilation of information provided by the American Stroke Association. The information found therein does not represent the opinions of the Fund Office and is not meant to be substituted for professional medical advice. If you suspect you may be having a stroke or are in danger of having a stroke, please consult a qualified physician immediately.