stroke

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Topical Term
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a
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stroke

The diving bell and the butterfly

1997
The author, who died two days after the French publication of his book, tells of his life and feelings after suffering a brain stem stroke that left him unable to move his body or communicate in any way except through the blinking of his left eye.

8 ways to lower your risk of a heart attack or stroke

2002
Explains how to follow eight guidelines for lowering heart attack and stroke risk, including maintaining a healthy weight, eating foods with antioxidants, and managing stress.

Never give up

my stroke, my recovery, and my return to the NFL
2007
New England Patriots linebacker Tedy Bruschi describes the stroke he suffered in 2005 and his recovery and discusses the importance of early medical attention to reduce a stroke's damage, providing information for prevention and advice for stroke survivors.

My stroke of insight

a brain scientist's personal journey
2008
The author, a brain scientist, describes her experience after a blood vessel exploded in the left side of her brain causing a massive stroke, but due to her own knowledge and previous training, with the support of her mother, was able to completely repair her mind over an eight year period.

Strokes

2007
Describes the different ways in which strokes can attack the body, the various symptoms of strokes, treatment, prevention, and long-term care for stroke victims.

Now one foot, now the other

2005
When his grandfather suffers a stroke, Bobby teaches him to walk, just as his grandfather had once taught him.

The diving bell and the butterfly

a memoir of life in death
1998
Recounts the author's struggle with the effects of a massive stroke, and celebrates everyday life and the journey through his mind.

Now one foot, now the other

2006
When his grandfather suffers a stroke, Bobby teaches him to walk, just as his grandfather had once taught him.

Losing it

2012
Tired of being obese and reeling from his father's recent stroke, thirteen-year-old Bennett joins the cross country team to find out if there is more to life than French fries.

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