cerebrovascular disease

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.

Siblings Sydney, Gina, and Rick struggle to overcome the obstacles that have shattered their lives as they come together to care for their mother who suffered a debilitating stroke.

Dr. Moore describes his approach to controlling hypertension naturally by maintaining the proper ratio of potassium to sodium in the diet, presents the scientific evidence that supports his plan, and advocates a program of nutrition, weight loss, and exercise to bring the body in balance.

Walter Gretzky, father of hockey player Wayne Gretzky, describes his life experiences and recovery from a stroke that came close to killing him. Explores growing up on a small town farm; meeting and marrying his wife, Phyllis; raising five children on the income of a telephone repairmen; and holding onto his values and modesty even after becoming a celebrity. Discusses how he came back from a devastating aneurysm that destroyed many of his memories and induced numerous cognitive difficulties. Also details his efforts to raise awareness about strokes.

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.

Describes the basic features of the heart and cardiovascular system, the diseases that may affect them and the science that has evolved to treat heart diseases.

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.

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.

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.