Archive | October 2020

World Stroke Day

Oct29

World Stroke Day….

“Stroke is a disease that affects the arteries leading to and within the brain. It is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States”

https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke/stroke-symptoms

https://www.world-stroke.org/world-stroke-day-campaign

https://www.yourethecure.org/october_29th_is_world_stroke_day–mw

https://www.stroke.org/en/about-the-american-stroke-association/world-stroke-day/prevent-a-first-stroke

https://www.empoweredtoserve.org/

 

Types of Strokes

Ischemic Stroke (Clots)

Hemorrhagic Stroke (Bleeds)

TIA (Transient Ischemic Attack)

Cryptogenic Stroke

Brain Stem Stroke

https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke/types-of-stroke

https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke/effects-of-stroke

https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke/effects-of-stroke/cognitive-and-communication-effects-of-stroke

https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke/effects-of-stroke/emotional-effects-of-stroke

https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke/effects-of-stroke/physical-effects-of-stroke

https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke/stroke-symptoms

https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke/treatment

 

 

Stroke in Children

https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke/stroke-in-children

https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke/stroke-in-children/what-is-pediatric-stroke

https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke/stroke-in-children/pediatric-stroke-causes

https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke/stroke-in-children/pediatric-stroke-and-recovery

https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke/stroke-in-children/what-is-pediatric-stroke/strokes-can-happen-at-any-age

https://chasa.org/you-can-help/pediatric-stroke-awareness/

 

 

3 quick steps to recovery from stroke:

Think positively

Accept that you’ve had a stroke.

Get support

https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke/effects-of-stroke/emotional-effects-of-stroke/secrets-of-success

 

Explaining Stroke, 8 Ways to Help Prevent a Second Stroke etc..

https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke

 

Together to End Stroke

https://www.stroke.org/en/about-the-american-stroke-association/together-to-end-stroke

 

Life After Stroke

https://www.stroke.org/en/life-after-stroke

https://www.stroke.org/en/life-after-stroke/recovery

https://www.stroke.org/en/life-after-stroke/recovery/daily-living

https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/consumer-healthcare/what-is-cardiovascular-disease/african-americans-and-heart-disease-stroke

 

Resources in Spanish…….

https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke/recursos-en-espanol

https://www.stroke.org/-/media/stroke-files/spanish-resources/fast-stroke-and-cpr-spanish-version-ucm_461831.pdf?la=en

https://www.stroke.org/-/media/stroke-files/spanish-resources/life-after-stroke-guide_spanisha.pdf?la=en

 

Resources for the entire family    …….

https://www.stroke.org/en/professionals/stroke-resource-library/prevention/prevention-materials

https://www.stroke.org/en/professionals/stroke-resource-library/prevention/healthy-diets-as-kids-may-reduce-stroke-later-in-life-infographic

 

https://www.stroke.org/en/health-topics/brain-health/brain-health-resources/physical-activity-keeps-your-brain-sharp

https://www.stroke.org/en/health-topics/brain-health/brain-health-resources/healthy-eating-helps-keep-your-brain-sharp

https://www.stroke.org/en/health-topics/brain-health/brain-health-resources/positive-effects-of-exercise-at-mid-life

 

Support Resources for Patients and their Caregivers

“You are not Alone”

https://supportnetwork.heart.org/

https://www.stroke.org/en/stroke-connection

https://www.stroke.org/en/help-and-support/support-you-are-not-alone/support-group-leader-resources/finding-support-groups

https://www.stroke.org/en/help-and-support/support-you-are-not-alone

https://www.stroke.org/en/help-and-support/support-you-are-not-alone/stroke-family-warmline

15 Things Caregivers Should Know After a Loved One Has Had a Stroke

https://www.stroke.org/en/help-and-support/for-family-caregivers/15-things-caregivers-should-know-after-a-loved-one-has-had-a-stroke

https://www.stroke.org/en/help-and-support/for-family-caregivers/tips-for-caring-for-a-loved-one-long-term

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I wear red in honor of every family affected by stroke disease.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Together, We Are Stronger”

Oct23

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Walking for Heart Health

Oct13

I encourage everyone to “move more” during the month of October and throughout the year.

 

 

 

Sharing Healthy Heart Resources…

https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/fitness/getting-active

 

https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/fitness/getting-active/how-to-move-more-anytime-anywhere

 

https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/fitness/getting-active/daily-tips-to-help-keep-your-family-active

 

https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/fitness/getting-active/getting-started—tips-for-long-term-exercise-success

 

https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/fitness/fitness-basics/why-is-physical-activity-so-important-for-health-and-wellbeing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Yes, I can”

Oct9

  Thirteen  Year  Heart  Valve Disease Survivor

” Sharing how I stay positive, focused and encouraged

a)    I find one reason to smile every day

b)    I maintain a positive outlook on life

c)   I rely on my faith in God to keep moving forward

d)   I depend on my family and friends to always offer words of encouragement

e)    I focus on the good, despite my health obstacles

Please feel free to share the special  message ( daily affirmation)  below with anyone coping with health obstacles on a regular basis.

Today, I choose  happiness: despite my current health  challenges : I will maintain a positive attitude:  I’m beautiful, loved, blessed and grateful