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Stroke Prevention

You can take an active role in preventing a stroke by adopting healthy lifestyle habits and managing other health conditions that can raise your risk.
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How to Prevent Having a Stroke
Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD
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Carotid Endarterectomy: Preparation and Recovery
Medically reviewed by Sarah Rahal, MD
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10 Strategies to Reverse Your Stroke Risk
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
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Chocolate and Stroke Prevention
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
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Why Doctors Use Blood Thinners for Stroke Prevention
Medically reviewed by Diana Apetauerova, MD
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Anticoagulation and Stroke Prevention
Medically reviewed by Huma Sheikh, MD
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Can Wine Protect You From Having a Stroke?
Medically reviewed by Sarah Rahal, MD
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How Antioxidants Can Help Prevent Stroke
Medically reviewed by Diana Apetauerova, MD
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Coffee Can Reduce the Risk of Stroke
Medically reviewed by Claudia Chaves, MD
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The Health Benefits of Mushrooms
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
PRODUCTION LINE OF DRINKING WATER BOTTLES
How Much Water Is Too Much?
Medically reviewed by Sarah Rahal, MD
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How Spirituality Impacts Stroke and Recovery
By Heidi Moawad, MD
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The Effects of Self-Inflicted Neck Trauma
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
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Trans Fats Increase Your Stroke Risk
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD
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10 Tests That Measure Your Stroke Risk
Medically reviewed by Diana Apetauerova, MD
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The Aspirin Plavix Combination in Stroke Prevention
Medically reviewed by Shaheen Lakhan, MD, PhD