Advanced Stroke Care at Memorial Hospital
Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States and the leading cause of disability. More than 87 percent of cases are ischemic stroke, which are largely treatable if a patient gets to a hospital right away.
Dr. Kiron Thomas explains how to identify the signs of a stroke and why immediate treatment is vital.

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