Pages tagged: ischemic stroke

A Call for Year Round Stroke Awareness

National Stroke Awareness Month is coming to a close on May 31. However, stroke awareness should be promoted year-round. In...

Vasculature of the Head

The one-way vascular system carries blood to all parts of your body. This process of blood flow within your body...

Types of Strokes

Ischemic Stroke (caused by a blockage) There are 2 kinds of ischemic stroke: thrombotic stroke and embolic stroke. Together, the...

Stroke

Stroke is a form of cerebrovascular disease, meaning it affects the vessels that supply blood to the brain. Stroke was...