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African Americans and Stroke (Copyright © National Stroke Association)
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Publication Year: 2009
Language: English
Website: http://www.stroke.org/site/PageServer?pagename=AAMER
African-Americans have a higher risk of stroke than whites. The reasons for this are not entirely clear. However, researchers have identified some of the things that place African-Americans at greater risk. This publication discusses these risk factors and the importance of making changes to reduce or eliminate these factors.
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National Stroke Association
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