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Wellness and Prevention

While there are risk factors for strokes you can’t change, such as age and family history, there are many ways to stay healthy. These include:

  • Maintain a healthy weight
  • Don't smoke
  • Keep your blood pressure under control
  • Exercise
  • Eat a healthy, balanced diet
  • Avoid stress
  • Get plenty of rest

Each year, two out of every three deaths in the United States are caused by cancer, diabetes, heart disease, or stroke. You Can Choose a Healthy Life. Learn how.

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Last Updated 04/10/2009