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- $Subject{Preventing Stroke disability death causes warning signs}
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- Copyright (c) 1993 Tribune Media Services, Inc.
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- A Resource about Preventing Stroke
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- Stroke is the leading cause of disability among adults. It is the third
- leading cause of death. It is the primary diagnosis for patients discharged
- from hospitals directly to nursing homes. Despite stroke's prevalence and the
- misery it can cause, most people are surprisingly unaware of its nature,
- causes, and warning signs. A recent Gallup survey showed that 97 percent of
- adults over 50 do not know a single warning sign of stroke. Yet when warning
- signs are recognized, and the proper actions taken, it is possible to reduce
- the risk and avoid the tragedy. A new brochure entitled "Preventing Stroke
- in Later Years" is now available from the National Stroke Association, and it
- contains much of the information you need to know now. It could, quite
- literally, save your life. Send a your request for this free brochure, along
- with a stamped self addressed business size envelope, to "Preventing Stroke",
- Dept. AB, National Stroke Association, 8480 East Orchard Rd. Suite 1000,
- Englewood, CO 80111.
- You can also obtain more information about stroke or order the booklet by
- calling NSA's toll free number 1-800-STROKES (787-6537). And tell them Dr.
- Bruckheim sent you. Then read and learn the "Warning Signs of Stroke".
- Though I hope you will never need them, it is most important that you
- recognize them.
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- The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace
- the counsel and advice of your personal physician. Promptly consulting your
- doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical
- problem.
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