Prevention: the Best Way to Strike Out Stroke

Stroke is the #5 cause of death and the #1 cause of long-term disability in the US. Fortunately, 80% of strokes are treatable and preventable. Knowing the symptoms of stroke and your risk factors for having one is important, but lifestyle modifications are the key to prevention.

Nicole Pacha and Maureen “Mo” Stull are Registered Nurses and Stroke Program Coordinators at MarinHealth Medical Center. In this podcast, they detail how to reduce your stroke risk, from rethinking your diet to enhancing communication with your doctor to get the most out of your medical appointments.