Stroke ranks as the fifth leading cause of in the United States and is a major cause of disability among adults. What’s more alarming is that strokes can strike at any age and are particularly dangerous for women. According to the American Stroke Association, one in five women will experience a stroke, making it the third leading cause of death for females.
A stroke, often referred to as a “brain attack,” occurs when the brain’s blood supply is disrupted. There are two primary types of strokes:
