June is Aphasia Awareness Month

Aphasia can make it difficult to speak, read, write or understand what others are saying. Our wallet-sized card can make a difference in creating more understanding and inclusive conversations.

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Living with AFib

A younger Black woman and older Black woman are dancing in a kitchen.Atrial fibrillation (or AFib) is an irregular heart rhythm affecting over 5 million Americans. This free guide explains what AFib is, its link to stroke risk and how to manage it — perfect for patients and caregivers.

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Stroke Rehab

Stroke can change lives in minutes when warning signs aren’t recognized. Your 5X matched gift helps fund research and programs that empower communities to save lives.

For Patients and Caregivers:

Stroke Warning Signs

Recognize the warning signs and call 9-1-1 immediately. This can make the difference between a strong recovery and disability or even death. 

Stroke Prevention

Whole body wellness can help you feel stronger, healthier and mentally sharp – and it can also reduce your stroke risk.

Stroke Recovery

There is life – and hope – after stroke. With time, new routines will become second nature. Rehabilitation can build your strength, capability and confidence.

For Healthcare Professionals:

Cryptogenic Stroke

Our updated Healthcare Professional Guide can help diagnose the underlying reason for cryptogenic stroke and tailor prevention plans for your patients.

EMS Routing

Consensus recommendations can help ensure acute stroke patients are triaged to the facility.

Secondary Prevention

Our May 2021 Guideline provides clinicians with the latest evidence-based recommendations for preventing another stroke.

By learning the B.E. F.A.S.T. warning signs, you just might save a life from stroke.

B.E. F.A.S.T. - Balance Loss - Eye (Vision) Changes - Face Drooping - Arm Weakness - Speech Difficulty - Time to Call 911

In the News

The latest in stroke and brain health news
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Aphasia and Stroke

This common post-stroke language disorder affects the ability to communicate, causing frustration and confusion. Treatment and strategies can help – check out our fact sheets, tips and other resources.

Stroke Support Groups

Connect with others with similar experiences, learn helpful information and help ease the depression and isolation that’s common after stroke. Use our support group finder for a list of groups near you.
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CycleNation

Energizing a nation to get brain and heart healthy through the power of the bicycle.

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Together to End Stroke® E-newsletter

Designed for healthcare professionals and stroke leaders to stay informed on the latest insights in stroke.

Stroke Connection® E-newsletter

News, resources and stories for survivors of stroke and their caregivers.