Stroke
A stroke occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted. Learning the 'F.A.S.T.' test for stroke can save a person's life.
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What causes a stroke?
Stroke is a largely preventable event and many stroke risk factors can be reduced by making lifestyle changes. Discover what might cause you to have a stroke.
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Stroke symptoms
The main symptoms of stroke can be remembered using the word FAST (Face-Arms-Speech-Time). Learn about stroke symptoms and why it’s important to act quickly.
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Life after a stroke
There are a number of common problems in daily life as a result of having a stroke. Find out how to manage after a stroke.
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Stroke diagnosis
Strokes are usually diagnosed by studying images of the brain (brain imaging) and carrying out physical tests. Find out more here.
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Stroke rehabilitation
Stroke rehabilitation helps the brain to relearn skills that have been affected. Learn about the most common problems and types of rehabilitation.
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How to help someone who's having a stroke
Someone has a stroke in Australia every 9 minutes. But the sooner they get treated, the better. Learn the “F.A.S.T.” way to help a person who’s having a stroke.
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Stroke prevention through medicines and surgery
Medical treatments to prevent stroke include surgery on the carotid arteries and medication to reduce blood pressure or clotting. Find out more here.
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Stroke prevention through a healthy lifestyle
The best way to prevent a stroke is to eat a healthy diet, exercise regularly, and avoid smoking and excessive consumption of alcohol. Find out more here.
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Stroke – a personal story
Recovering from a stroke can be both emotionally and practically challenging. Listening to others who have experienced similar situations is often reassuring and can be helpful. This video interview has been sourced from healthtalkonline.org, award-winning research into patient experiences in conjunction with the Health Experience Research Group at Oxford University, UK.
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Transient ischaemic attack (TIA)
A transient ischemic attack (TIA) has similar symptoms to a stroke but only lasts a few minutes. If you think you are having a TIA, call 000 for an ambulance.
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