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A stroke is a medical emergency where a part of the brain is deprived of oxygen because of a blocked or damaged artery in the brain or neck.
Worldwide, there are 15 million strokes a year. Of those, one-third die and one-third are permanently disabled. Learn the symptoms, causes, and treatments for stroke and how you can prevent one.
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Sarah Samaan
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Dr. Samaan is an acclaimed cardiologist, writer, and heart health educator.
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