Stroke remains a leading cause of death in the U.S., according to the CDC – but many cases are preventable. What raises your risk, and how can you recognize the warning signs in time? We speak with Shyam Prabhakaran, MD, MS, FAHA, a leader in vascular neurology and stroke research, about the lifestyles that increase stroke risk, the BE FAST acronym for spotting symptoms and knowing when to call 911, and the changes that can help lower your risk. We also explore recovery after stroke – and why there is hope.
Host: Neha Pathak, MD, FACP, DipABLM
Producer/Editor: Lauren Summers
Show Notes: Lauren Summers
Guest: Shyam Prabhakaran, MD, MS, FAHA

<p><a href="https://www.webmd.com/stroke/stroke">Stroke</a> remains a leading cause of death in the U.S., according to the CDC &ndash; but many cases are preventable. What raises your risk, and how can you recognize the warning signs in time? We speak with <a href="https://www.uchicagomedicine.org/find-a-physician/physician/shyam-prabhakaran">Shyam Prabhakaran, MD, MS, FAHA</a>, a leader in vascular neurology and stroke research, about the lifestyles that increase stroke risk, the <a href="https://www.webmd.com/stroke/signs-of-stroke">BE FAST</a> acronym for spotting symptoms and knowing when to call 911, and the changes that can help lower your risk. We also explore recovery after stroke &ndash; and why there is hope.</p>
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<li aria-level="1">Host: Neha Pathak, MD, FACP, DipABLM</li>
<li aria-level="1">Producer/Editor: Lauren Summers</li>
<li aria-level="1">Show Notes: Lauren Summers</li>
<li aria-level="1">Guest: Shyam Prabhakaran, MD, MS, FAHA</li>
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