What Is A Stroke?
What is a stroke? A stroke is also called cerebrovascular accident or CVA. It happens when the brain blood supply is interrupted and brain cells stops working. Stroke affects the arteries of the brain and it is the 5th leading cause of death or disability in the United States. This condition can be ischemic due to a lack of blood flow or hemorrhagic because of brain tissue bleeding. A stroke is such a serious condition that can cause permanent…