...life-threatening stroke two years ago, which left him partially paralyzed on the left side of his body. Facts about strokes Stroke is the No. 3 killer in America and the leading cause of serious, long-term disabilities, according to the American...

...facial pain, nausea and shortness of breath -- all symptoms that may not be immediately recognized as signaling a stroke. Stroke afflicts someone every 53 seconds in the United States and one in every 15 deaths can be attributed to the condition...

...quality care the people of our region have come to expect. " CRMC treats approximately 30 patients each year for acute stroke. Stroke sufferers might undergo physical, occupational and speech therapy, sometimes for up to three hours a day, to help...