How stroke can be different for women

An episode of House Calls: Real Docs, Real Talk

The risks of stroke are different for men and women and so are their symptoms. Neurologist and stroke expert Dr. Mitch Elkind joins host Dr. Eduardo Sanchez to talk about the particular risks women face from stroke and how stroke can be prevented.

Plus: What’s the connection between heart health and brain health? Dr. Sanchez explains a new study that puts numbers to the relationship.

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Know the F.A.S.T. signs of stroke.

Utilice las letras de la sigla “R.Á.P.I.D.O.” para detectar un ataque o derrame cerebral.