What is a stroke?

If a stroke happens to you, or someone you care for, you'll want to know more about stroke and its effects. This section explains what a stroke is, what causes it, and some of the physical and emotional effects it can have in people's lives.
Risk factors for stroke

In this section
Brain attack
Types of stroke
Common symptoms
Transient Ischaemic Attack (TIA)
Stroke can happen to anyone 
Damage to the brain
Common problems

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