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Title: Stroke Awareness Month: Did you know?

Category: Neurology

Keywords: stroke (PubMed Search)

Posted: 5/26/2010 by Aisha Liferidge, MD (Updated: 7/21/2026)

  • There are over 6 million stroke survivors in the United States, many of whom participate in helpful support groups, along with their loved ones and caregivers.

 

  • Stroke recovery is often a lifelong journey.

 

  • Prognosis and outcomes significantly improve with early, stroke rehabilitation at stroke-focused units.

 

  • Stroke rehabilitation consists of several areas of focus such as physical, occupational, and visual therapies.

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