Stroke Resources & Tools

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FOR STROKE RELATED NEWS

Visit Medical News Today  

“The latest Stroke News articles published daily. Includes news on Ischemic Stroke, Brain Hemorrhage, neuroprotection, blood clots, preventative measures, risk factors, symptoms, treatments and current research.” Subscribe to Medical News RSS Feed

Visit Science Daily: Stroke News

“Your source for the latest stroke news. Includes news, articles, videos, images, and books with stroke related information and facts.” Subscribe to Science Daily RSS Feed.

Visit The Internet Stroke Center

“The Internet Stroke Center exists to advance understanding of stroke research and clinical care.  Our goal is to provide current, professional, un-biased information about stroke. The information on this site is obtained from published accounts, meeting presentations, internet searches, and direct correspondence.”

Other Recommended Websites

• National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke - National Institutes of Health
• American Stroke Association
• National Stroke Association
• Stroke Association
• Canadian Stroke Network
• Stroke Alliance For Europe (SAFE)

FOR STROKE-RELATED BOOKS

Caplan, Louis R. The American Heart Association Guide to Stroke: Treatment, Recovery, and Prevention, New York : Times Books, c1994.

An extensive guide to stroke created by The American Heart Association. One of the leading organizations in the fight against stroke provides an indepth look of what stroke is, how to treat stroke victims, and prevent strokes from recurring again. Strategies and methods of prevention have all been tested and approved by The American Heart Association.

Hay, Jennifer. Stroke: Questions You Have-Answers You Need. Allentown, Pa. : Peoples Medical Society, 1995.

These guides from People's Medical Society address the most common medical concerns in an accessible question-and-answer format. In a departure from conventional references, these books present both traditional and alternative methods of treatment, and offer pro and con points of view for each.

Spence, J. David. How To Prevent Your Stroke. Nashville, Tenn. : Vanderbilt University Press, 2006.

In this book you will find: What is a stroke? -- Symptoms and signs -- Plaque in the arteries (atherosclerosis) -- Cardiac tests and brain imaging -- Carotid surgery and stenting -- Risk factors, old and new -- How to manage cholesterol -- How to control high blood pressure -- Adverse drug effects and how to avoid them -- Vitamins, homocysteine, and grapefruit juice -- Gourmet vegetable-based cooking.

Stein, Joel. Life After Stroke. Baltimore: John Hopkins University Press, 2006.

In this compassionate guide, three expert physicians who treat people with stroke describe how to navigate the path to recovery.Their practical advice on treatment, rehabilitation, and lifestyle changes is also designed to help prevent another stroke.

Wiebers, David. Stroke-Free for Life: The Complete Guide to Stroke Prevention and Treatment. New York : Cliff Street Books, c2001.

Offering a proven risk assessment for stroke and a comprehensive life-long prevention program, this groundbreaking book by a distinguished Mayo Clinic neurologist is based on decades of research. Dr. Wiebers offers crucial information about different types of strokes, diet and lifestyle strategies to reduce stroke risk, and information readers need to develop a... More personalized plan for living stroke-free.

Whitaker, Julian. Reversing Hypertension. New York: Warner Books, 2000.  institute is a h

Hypertension is the leading cause of stroke. By knowing how to control high blood pressure you can decrease your chance of stroke. This book discusses the important facts of hypertension and most importantly, how you can reverse your hypertension.

Hypertension is the leading cause of stroke. By knowing how to control high blood pressure you can decrease

OTHER ONLINE TOOLS AND RESOURCES

Visit Stroke Healthline: Connect to Better Health

Info: You will find a list of online quizzes including Hear Health Quiz, Blood Pressure Quiz, Stroke Quiz, Nutrition Quiz for Seniors, etc.

Visit Neurology Now: Healthy Living For Patients and Their Families

Info: Neurology Now is available free of charge to individuals with a neurological disorder, their caregivers, and family members/friends residing in the U.S only.  Note: This publication is only available for distribution within the US due to FDA regulations.

Visit Stroke Clinical Trials

Info: View a list of studies currently seeking patients for ongoing or future stroke clinical trials.

Visit PubMed: US National Library of Medicine

Info: The National Center for Biotechnology Medicine provides access to biomedical and genomic information to the public. Click on the link above to view stroke related research ongoing or done in the past.

Visit Know Stroke: Know the Signs. Act in Time.

Info: Several of the stroke material include free online brochures listing risk factors and symptoms, Radio PSAs, and informational videos.

Visit The National Stroke Association

Info: StrokeSmart provides valuable information to stroke survivors, their families and caregivers.  We do our best to keep you up to date on the latest medical technology developments and breakthroughs in stroke related products and services.  In each issue of StrokeSmart, you will also find inspiring tales from actual stroke survivors and insightful advice from the nation's top stroke doctors.

Visit Stroke Association: Get Printed Information and More

Info: The American Stroke Association is dedicated to providing you with the stroke information you need. Whether you want to learn how to recognize and respond to a stroke, how to reduce your risk or how to make the most of your recovery after a stroke, we're here for you. Call 1-888-4-STROKE to have your questions answered and for free stroke information.

Visit Power to End Stroke: You Are the Power

Info: American Stroke Association provides helpful tools to learn more about stroke and better manage your risks. Helpful tools include personal risk assessment, family tree history, fitness plan, power nutrition, my life check, etc.

Visit The National Stroke Association: Stroke Survivors

Info: Online tools include Life After Stroke Tips, The Stroke Recovery Guide and Fact Sheets, Stroke Support Groups, and Online Education (New).