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NINDS Stroke Information Page - http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/stroke/stroke.htm
Introduction to stroke, with pointers to related fact sheets concerning symptoms, prevention, and rehabilitation. Presented by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, a division of the National Institutes of Health. |
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Transient Ischemic Attack - http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/tia/tia.htm
Information sheet on TIAs (which are also known as "mini strokes"). Published by National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. |
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WebMD Stroke Health Center - http://www.webmd.com/stroke/default.htm
In-depth information, including symptoms, treatments, and prevention. |
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Internet Stroke Center at Washington University in St. Louis - http://www.strokecenter.org
A stroke resource for medical professionals and consumers, alike. Educational information, directories of clinical trials and stroke centers, and a calendar of major stroke conferences are among the site's many offerings. |
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The New England Journal of Medicine: Stroke Collection - http://content.nejm.org/cgi/collection/stroke
From the archives of the journal, literature covering topics such as antithrombotic therapy, cerebral thrombosis, and carotid stenosis. |
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Acute Stroke Toolbox - http://www.stroke-site.org/
Guidelines, pathways, sample admission orders, and complementary tools, courtesy of the Brain Attack Coalition--a nonprofit alliance whose mission is to reduce the occurrence and impact of stroke. |
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Interventional Radiology Procedures for Treatment and Prevention of Stroke - http://www.sirweb.org/patPub/stroke.shtml
Educational resource from the Society of Interventional Radiology. Covered procedures include intra-arterial thrombolysis, aneurysm embolization, and carotid stenting. |
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eMedicine Health: Stroke - http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/9629-1.asp
Consumer health resource center, providing information on the causes, symptoms, and urgent treatment of stroke. |
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Stroke - http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/stroke/DS00150
From the staff of the Mayo Clinic, a nine-page, consumer-oriented guide to stroke. Topics include risk factors and prevention, screening and diagnosis, treatment, and coping skills. |
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Johns Hopkins Medicine: Mini Strokes Linked to Uric Acid Levels - http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/Press_releases/2007/10_01a_07.html
Cites a study linking uric acid levels to high volumes of so-called white matter hyperintensities (WMH), which are small dead areas of the brain that occur when brain cells are deprived of oxygen. |
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Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases: A Guide for Patients and Their Families - http://strokecenter.stanford.edu/guide/
From the stroke specialists at Stanford University's School of Medicine, a nine-part guide featuring information about stroke types, prevention, emergency treatment, and rehabilitation. |
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Ask the Doctor - The Stroke Rehab Forum - http://www.medhelp.org/forums/StrokeRehab/wwwboard.html
Interactive medical question-and-answer board covering all aspects of stroke rehabilitation. Responses are provided by medical professionals from The Comprehensive Pain and Rehabilitation Center. |
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Neurotransplantation for Patients with Paralysis After Stroke - http://www.neurosurgery.pitt.edu/imageguided/neuron/index.html
Overview of the University of Pittsburgh's study of neuronal cell transplantation for the treatment of stroke. Updates on the research program are provided. |
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StrokeMatters.com - http://www.strokematters.com/
Multi-lingual stroke survey, seeking respondents from Canada, Europe, and the United States. The results will be used to help advance stroke education and care internationally. |
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StrokeHelp.com - http://www.strokehelp.com/
Workshops and video-based courses focusing on stroke rehabilitation. Presented by International Clinical Educators. |
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Stroke - AOL Body - http://body.aol.com/conditions/stroke
Offers in-depth information including the treatments, diagnoses and symptoms. |
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Ahealthyme.com: Stroke: An Animated Guide - http://www.ahealthyme.com/topic/strokeguide
Visual introduction to ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, revealing the fundamental processes involved in each type of "brain attack." |
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Stroke Survivors Canada Ottawa - http://www.strokesurvivors.ca
Supporting affected families with information about stroke causes, acute care, rehabilitation, financial issues, local services, and Web-based resources. |
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Interact Reading Service - http://www.interactreading.co.uk/
Providing a professional, live, interactive reading service for stroke patients in hospitals and stroke clubs in the London area. |
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Stroke Survivors: The Site for Cerebellar Stroke Victims - http://www.stroke-survivors.co.uk
Developed and maintained by survivor John d'Arcy to support individuals who are dealing with cerebellar stroke. Resources include his personal story, a fact sheet on the condition, a message board, and contact details for related organizations in the United Kingdom. |
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StrokePage/Slagsiden - http://www.slagsiden.net
Home to the StrokePost news pages and numerous other resources for stroke survivors and their loved ones. Content is presented in both English and Norwegian. |
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Lou's Stroke - http://www.ifip.com/stroke1.htm
Link collection and personal story of Louis Albert, a survivor with diabetes and aphasia who has used assistive technology to create his site. |
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Megan's Notebook - http://www.angelfire.com/pa2/mdrummond/
Inspirational resource created by author and childhood stroke survivor Megan Drummond. Features essays on Megan's experiences during and after her stroke. |
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Physiotherapy for Strokes - http://www.physiotherapy-for-strokes.co.uk
An overview of the role of physical therapy in stroke rehabilitation, provided by Heads Up!--a specialist neurological physiotherapy practice based in Surrey, England. |
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Project Stroke Hope - http://www.angelfire.com/fl2/projectstrokehope/
Presentation by a family hoping to help others who are affected by stroke. Offers notes on disability benefits and insurance matters, fundamental information on stroke, and links to stroke-related sites. |
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Separating Myth and Fact: Women and Stroke - http://www.healthatoz.com/healthatoz/Atoz/hc/wom/life/womstrk.jsp
Article exploring women's special stroke risks. |
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Terri's Stroke Recovery - http://homepages.tesco.net/~Terrihorne/MyWEBsite.htm
Story of stroke and continuing recovery, from the rehab unit to independent living. Written in support of other survivors who are on the "long journey back" from stroke. |
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Hobbies After a Stroke - http://home.hccnet.nl/g.vd.perk/ev/index.html
Created by a brain-stem-stroke survivor who hopes to encourage others to get involved in recreational activities. Her post-stroke hobbies include embroidery and outings on a motorized scooter. |
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Stroke and Aphasia Information - http://strokesupport.com/info/stroke/default.asp
Resources for stroke recovery, including home therapy tips and survivors' stories. Presented by Bungalow Software, a provider of rehabilitation programs. |
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Post Stroke Help - http://www.poststrokehelp.com
Articles and webcasts concerning post-stroke spasticity, uncontrollable muscle tightness or cramps that cause pain and affect movement. Created in cooperation with Healthology and supported by unrestricted educational grants from Allergan and Medtronic. |
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eMedTV: Stroke Channel - http://stroke.emedtv.com/
A comprehensive source of information that includes in depth medically written and reviewed articles covering the early warning signs, causes, types and risk factors. |
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StrokeGene - http://www.brad.ac.uk/strokegene/
An international research programme, aiming to discover new treatments for stroke through a genomic approach. Funded by the European Commission. |
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Brain Stem Stroke: Joe and Jackie - http://joeandjackie.homestead.com/
Reaching out to other families who have been affected by brain stem stroke, with a personal story of survival and links to helpful resources. |
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Veritas Medicine: Stroke - http://www.veritasmedicine.com/d_index_tc.cfm?did=30&cid=0
Personalized trial listings, fundamental information, and treatment reviews pertaining to stroke. |
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General Practice Notebook: Stroke - http://www.gpnotebook.co.uk/simplepage.cfm?ID=1295319040
Clinical reference on ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes. Covered topics include differential diagnosis, etiological determination, radiologic investigations, and management of patients within the National Service Framework. |