Let's Talk About Stroke is a series of downloadable patient information sheets, created by the American Stroke Association, that presents information in a question-and-answer format that's brief, easy to follow and easy to read. They also provide room for you to write down questions to ask your doctor. This can help you prepare to get the most out of your next visit with your healthcare professional.

Whether you or a loved one just had an acute event or are at high risk for stroke, these sheets will help you start taking action to reduce your risk and understand your condition.

Topics include:

• stroke prevention
• life after stroke

Many of these sheets on stroke prevention and life after stroke are also available in español.

For additional information:
The American Heart Association has created Answers By Heart, a line of downloadable patient information sheets that relate to cardiovascular disease, with topics covering conditions, treatments and tests, and lifestyle and risk reduction. Some topics are also available in español.

This content is reviewed regularly. Last updated 06/17/09.