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Meal planning advice for stroke survivors to help manage blood pressure and cholesterol.
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Diabetes is a medical condition involving the hormone insulin. Insulin is a hormone our bodies use to help turn glucose (sugars) in our food into energy. Continue Reading Diabetes and Stroke
Stroke survivors face significant challenges, and as their caregiver, you have the ability to be a strong support system. Continue Reading Caring for a stroke survivor
The effects of the stroke can depend on the severity, type, and location of the stroke. Continue Reading How the Brain Heals after a Stroke
Socializing after a stroke: Finding community post-stroke, navigating social obstacles after stroke, making friends after stroke. Continue Reading Connecting with your community
The effects of the stroke can depend on the severity, type, and location of the stroke. Continue Reading Regions of the Brain and What They Control
Kandu Participants rate our virtual connect groups as one of the most valuable aspects of the Kandu Program. Continue Reading Peer-Support for Stroke Recovery
High blood pressure is the biggest risk factor for having a stroke. Continue Reading The Link Between Hypertension and Stroke
Although there are some common side effects and impairments after having a stroke it is important to recognize everyone’s experience is unique. Continue Reading Is What I am Experiencing After My Stroke Normal?
If you are working with a Kandu Navigator they will assist you in creating a personal recovery plan and identifying resources and support to aid you in your recovery. Continue Reading How Do I Reduce My Risk of a Second Stroke?
Infection is common after a stroke and can lead to worse outcomes for the stroke survivor including sepsis and even death. Continue Reading Signs of Stroke Related Infections
About 1 in 4 people, 25% who have had a stroke will have another stroke. It’s important to be able to identify the warning signs. Continue Reading How Do I know if I am Having a Second Stroke?
During a stroke, disruption of the blood flow to the brain causes cell damage and death where the stroke occurred. to the brain causes cell damage and death where the stroke occurred. Continue Reading How the Brain is Affected by Stroke
An important part of stroke recovery is connecting with people who can support you during this process. This may include friends, family, neighbors, and other stroke survivors. Continue Reading Three Things You Can Do to Support Your Stroke Recovery