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8 Stroke-Prevention Hacks You Need Now

A nurse just dropped the 'essential eight' to dodge strokes—yep, the condition that kills 129,000 Americans a year. - Her tips? Quit smoking, keep your blood pressure in check, keep your cholesterol levels healthy, watch your blood sugar, maintain a healthy weight, eat Mediterranean-style, get 7-9 hours of sleep, and move your body regularly. Basically, small changes = major life saver. Who knew your next snack or walk could literally save your brain? #StrokePrevention #HealthTips #Wellness

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Michelle Welch

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A-Fib Patients Missing Key Meds?

Just found out most people newly diagnosed with A-Fib in the hospital aren’t getting prescribed blood thinners—even though some are at real risk for stroke! Only about a third of high-risk patients actually get anticoagulants in the year after leaving the hospital. Kinda wild, right? Docs say we need more research, but this feels like a big gap in care for folks who could really use the protection. #AFib #StrokePrevention #HealthNews #PatientCare #Health

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Michelle Welch

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Simple Habits That Slash Stroke Risk

Did you know most strokes can actually be prevented with a few key lifestyle tweaks? The new guidelines are out, and it’s all about eating smarter, moving more, and cutting back on bad habits like smoking. Mediterranean-style foods, short daily walks, and ditching processed snacks make a huge difference! Remember: it's about small, consistent changes. Stay FAST-aware and take care of your brain health — your future self will thank you. HealthTips #StrokePrevention #LiveWell #Health

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