How Long Does Warfarin Stay In The Body
Health Encyclopedia: Stroke Prevention
Prevention
Forty percent of patients who have had a stroke or TIA will suffer a subsequent stroke within 5 years. In 2006, the American Heart Association / American Stroke Association released guidelines for preventing a second stroke. These guidelines recommend::
Quit Smoking. Also avoid exposure to second-hand smoke.
Maintain Weight. People should aim for a BMI index of 18.5 to 24.9. In people who are obese, reducing weight to this level can reduce the risk for stroke by 15% in men and 22% in wom...
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