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New Stroke Videos for Patients and Professionals
Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability in the United States. But did you know that up to 80% of strokes can be prevented? View CDC’s new stroke videos to learn how to recognize a stroke, to hear from stroke survivors, and to learn what CDC is doing to improve stroke care.

Vital Signs: Heart Age—Is Your Heart Older Than You?
Most American adults have a heart that is older than their actual age. One way to understand your risk for a heart attack or stroke is to learn your "heart age." Heart age is the age of your heart and blood vessels as a result of your risk factors for heart attack and stroke.

Understanding Stroke Risk in Women Infographic: Are You at Risk?
In the United States, 1 in 5 women will have a stroke. Each year, stroke kills 2x as many women as breast cancer. Use this infographic on your social media page or web site to help inform others of stroke risk.

A Cup of Health with CDC: Preventing Strokes
Strokes are the fourth leading cause of death in the United States, and they don't just occur in older adults. Anyone can have a stroke at any age. In this CDC podcast, Dr. Mary George, discusses ways to decrease your chances of having a stroke.

Vital Signs: Preventable Deaths from Heart Disease and Stroke
Nearly 1 of 3 deaths in the US each year is caused by heart disease and stroke. At least 200,000 of these deaths could have been prevented through changes in health habits, such as no smoking, more physical activity, and less salt in the diet. Community changes to create healthier living spaces, such as safe places to exercise, smoke-free areas, managing high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes can also help prevent heart disease and strokes.

Paul Coverdell National Acute Stroke Program: Strategies from the Field
States that have a stroke registry supported through the Coverdell program have identified unique ways to meet program goals and objectives. Any state interested in creating or maintaining a stroke registry can learn from the successful strategies and lessons learned described in this report.

Most Americans Should Consume Less Sodium
Most of the sodium we eat is in the form of salt. Too much sodium is bad for your health. It can increase your blood pressure and your risk for a heart attack or stroke. Heart disease and stroke are the first and fourth causes of death in the United States.