National Stroke Awareness Month
May is National Stroke Awareness Month. Did you know stroke is the fifth leading cause of death for women? In the United States, 1 in 5 women between the ages of 55 and 75 will have a stroke.
Surprised? You’re not alone. Many women do not know their risk of having a stroke. Learn more at cdc.gov/stroke
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