Stroke - Risk Factors and Strategies for Prevention

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0:00 Introduction, Land Acknowledgment and Speakers Bio
4:40 UHN Patient Partner shares their experience having a Stroke
9:31 What is a Stroke, Warning Signs and What puts you at Risk
15:52 Lifestyle Risks you can change
17:17 How can you prevent a stroke?
23:06 Health Eating to help reduce the risk of a stroke
30:26 The importance of physical activity and exercise safety
38:27 Setting Goals for success
43:12 Resources
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Toronto Stroke Network www.tostroke.com/
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March of Dimes​ www.marchofdim...
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