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A stroke is referred to as a brain attack because it cuts off vital blood and oxygen to the brain cells that control everything we do – including speaking, walking and breathing. Every year, stroke affects approximately 800,000 Americans; is the fifth leading cause of death; and is a leading cause of disability. One out of four people who experience stroke has a recurrence. The good news, however, is that many strokes can be prevented. Moreover, recent research shows that a decrease in … [Read more...] about May is Stroke Awareness Month: Recognize Symptoms, Know Your Risk, Prevent Stroke