Bronx Times Opinion | STROKE: Know what to do and how to prevent it

All of us know someone who has had a stroke. It is a life changing event that burdens the individual, as well as those around them.In the U.S., stroke continues to be a significant public health issue. It is the 5th leading cause of death, and more importantly, a leading cause of adult disability. Every 40 seconds, someone in the U.S. suffers a stroke, and someone dies of a stroke every 3 minutes and 14 seconds.It is paramount to know when one is having a stroke and what to do should that happen