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Every year, strokes claim millions of lives around the world, many of which could have been prevented if the early warning signs had been recognised and acted upon. A stroke, or cerebrovascular accident, occurs when blood flow to the brain is interrupted, depriving brain tissue of oxygen and nutrients. The …

A mild stroke, known medically as a transient ischemic attack (TIA), is often considered a forewarning of a possible major stroke. It involves a temporary disruption of blood supply to the brain, resulting in stroke-like symptoms that last only a brief time and don’t leave lasting damage. Despite these characteristics, …