Risk Factors

Below you can find useful resources to learn more about the risk factors of a stroke. 

Diabetes

• What You Need To Know About Diabetes | American Association of Clinical Endocrinology (aace.com)
• The American Diabetes Association (diabetes.org)
• Joslin Diabetes Center – Diabetes Education Library

   Blogs

• Diabetic Foodie – Diabetic Foodie
• Diabetes Self-Management – Diabetes Blogs, Articles and Recipes

Hypertension

Hypertension is the most important and common risk factor for stroke. It is a risk factor for both ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke

• Changes You Can Make to Manage High Blood Pressure | American Heart Association
• Monitoring Your Blood Pressure at Home | American Heart Association
• Managing Blood Pressure with a Heart-Healthy Diet | American Heart Association
• Your Guide to Lowering Blood Pressure (nih.gov)
• Validate BP – Blood Pressure Devices for Home
• Omron Blood Pressure Monitor for Home

Atrial Fibrillation

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Smoking

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