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Find out about carotid artery disease is and how it's linked to stroke. Learn the symptoms, diagnosis methods and treatment options.

An ischaemic stroke happens when a blood clot, or other blockage, cuts off the blood supply to your brain. This is the most common type of stroke.

A transient ischaemic attack, TIA, or mini-stroke, is the same as a stroke, but the symptoms last a short time. A TIA is a warning that you are at risk of having a stroke.

You might be given blood-thinning medications after you've had a stroke, to help you avoid another one. Or you might need blood-thinning medication if you have a health condition such as a heart problem or blood-clotting disorder which could lead to a stroke.

Being overweight increases your risk of having a stroke. So it’s very important to try to maintain a healthy weight.

Cholesterol is a fatty substance that is found in our blood. Reducing your cholesterol level can reduce your risk of stroke.

Diabetes is a condition caused by too much sugar in your blood. Having diabetes almost doubles your risk of stroke.

High blood pressure is one of the biggest stroke risk factors. It strains all the blood vessels in your body, including ones leading to your brain.