Stroke WisdomCard &trade;

Spectrum Health Healthcare System

Preventing Stroke | Grand Rapids, Michigan (MI) | Spectrum Health

spectrumhealth.org — “Talk to your doctor and follow these guidelines to lower your chances of having a stroke.” View full resource at spectrumhealth.org

Most Recently Shared on May 11, 2012 at 1:05 pm By:

Women are 2x as likely to die from #stroke than breast cancer annually per the @natlstrokeassoc. Prevent stroke. http://t.co/7IxWv2jR

Healthcare TweetMeme Health Social Media

A simple drawing test may reveal stroke death risk - Health News - NHS Choices

healthcare.tweetmeme.com — “All the news on healthcare” View full resource at healthcare.tweetmeme.com

Most Recently Shared on May 10, 2012 at 7:49 pm By:

A simple drawing test may reveal stroke death risk - Health News - NHS Choi.. http://t.co/XN8WFCpe (via @anumberoneguy55)

NorthShore Healthcare System

Online Medical Chats | NorthShore University HealthSystem

northshore.org — “NorthShore is an integrated healthcare delivery system including Evanston, Glenbrook, Highland Park and Skokie Hospitals, a Medical Group, Research Institute, Home Health Services and Foundation. We are located in the northern Chicago suburbs.” View full resource at northshore.org

Most Recently Shared on May 10, 2012 at 4:05 pm By:

May is #Stroke Awareness Month. Submit your questions today for our live chat on Monday. #nschats http://t.co/h19zLxOG

theheart.org: trusted cardiology news and opinions

theheart.org — “The latest developments in cardiology and cardiovascular research, including heartwire news and commentary by some of the world's top cardiologists. Sign up for free.” View full resource at theheart.org

Most Recently Shared on May 9, 2012 at 9:09 pm By:

Shelley Wood Cardiology

Older female AF patients have higher stroke risk http://t.co/9qGncgVH

Spectrum Health Healthcare System

Stroke Risk Assessment | Grand Rapids, Michigan (MI) | Spectrum Health

spectrumhealth.org — “Are you or someone you know at risk for stroke? This quiz will help you determine your risk.” View full resource at spectrumhealth.org

Most Recently Shared on May 9, 2012 at 6:01 pm By:

#Stroke is a medical emergency that can strike anyone. Find out your risk with our online assessment. http://t.co/Ha0HzSOl

St. Mary's Hospital Hospital

In AF, Women Have A Bigger Risk Of Stroke Than Men - Forbes

forbes.com — “When compared to elderly men with atrial fibrillation, elderly women with AF have a significantly elevated risk for stroke. This increased risk occurs regardless of warfarin use, according to a new study published in JAMA. Meytal Avgil Tsadok and colleagues reviewed data from Quebec, Canada on more than 80,000 AF patients at least 65 [...]” View full resource at forbes.com

Most Recently Shared on May 9, 2012 at 4:03 pm By:

Did you know women with atrial fibrillation are at an increased risk of stroke? http://t.co/ckXNAhkk

MNT Cardiovascular Health News

Atrial Fibrillation - Among Older Patients, Risk Of Stroke Greater In Females

medicalnewstoday.com — “A new study published in the May 9 issue of JAMA reveals that older women, especially those aged 75+, who receive the anticoagulant therapy warfarin after diagnosis of atrial fibrillatio” View full resource at medicalnewstoday.com

Most Recently Shared on May 9, 2012 at 3:05 pm By:

Atrial Fibrillation - Among Older Patients, Risk Of Stroke Greater In Females http://t.co/M8bWelkM #cardiovascular

UK_HealthCare Healthcare System

BBC News - Strokes: Drawing test 'may predict risks in older men'

bbc.co.uk — “A simple drawing test may help predict the risk of older men dying after a first stroke, a study in the journal BMJ Open suggests.” View full resource at bbc.co.uk

Most Recently Shared on May 9, 2012 at 12:06 pm By:

RT @bbchealth: Drawing test 'predicts strokes' http://t.co/COPl5WMD

MNT Cardiovascular Health News

Stroke Prevention Procedure For Patients With A-Fib Who Can't Take Blood Thinners

medicalnewstoday.com — “Patients with atrial fibrillation (A-fib) who cannot take blood thinners now have an alternative to reduce their risk of stroke, which is five times more common in people with the rhythm disorder.” View full resource at medicalnewstoday.com

Most Recently Shared on May 9, 2012 at 8:05 am By:

Stroke Prevention Procedure For Patients With A-Fib Who Can't Take Blood Thinners http://t.co/ZYvalhzF #cardiovascular

Thomas Loarie, Jr Health Advocate

Medical News: Stroke Risk in Afib Greater for Older Women - in Cardiovascular, Arrhythmias from MedPage Today

medpagetoday.com — “Medical News: Stroke Risk in Afib Greater for Older Women - in Cardiovascular, Arrhythmias from MedPage Today” View full resource at medpagetoday.com

Most Recently Shared on May 8, 2012 at 9:01 pm By:

@medpagetoday Stroke Risk in Afib Greater for Older Women (CME/CE) http://t.co/X0fA5qDE #medical #Health

Marketing Manager at Insiders Health CAM and Health Advocate

Fight Stroke with Natural Weight Loss by Sylvia Anderson - Weight Control - InsidersHealth.com

insidershealth.com — “An InsidersHealth.com article regarding weight control - Fight Stroke with Natural Weight Loss by Sylvia Anderson. Do you struggle with your weight? You are not alone in your ongoing battle of the bulge. A new study reported by the American Stroke Association states that rising obesity rates have been linked to more strokes among women aged 35 to 54. The researchers concluded” View full resource at insidershealth.com

Most Recently Shared on May 8, 2012 at 7:28 pm By:

Obesity is a major contributor for strokes. Prevent it by losing weight naturally! http://t.co/ahOwVxJl #insidershealth #mauricesendak