Know Stroke Podcast
Welcome to the Know Stroke Podcast with your co-hosts Mike Garrow (stroke caregiver) & David Dansereau (stroke survivor). Listen back to Episode 1 of the podcast to hear our personal stories of how stroke impacted our lives and sparked a mission to amplify the voices, contributions, and achievements of change makers in stroke care.
Show music by Jake Dansereau (JAKEEZo on Soundcloud @user-257386777) and show intro welcome voice of stroke survivor Caroline Goggin (see episode 2).
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Empowering stroke survivors and their care teams to take control of life after stroke.
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Know Stroke Podcast
Diet, Exercise, and GLP-1s: ASA’s Latest Guidelines for Stroke Prevention
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In this episode of the Know Stroke Podcast, Rachel Forman, a stroke neurologist at Yale, discusses the latest American Stroke Association guidelines for stroke prevention. The conversation covers various topics including the importance of social determinants of health, dietary recommendations, exercise, blood pressure control, and the role of GLP-1 medications. Rachel emphasizes the need for individualized care and community engagement to effectively address stroke risks and improve patient outcomes. She also highlights the significance of mental health support for stroke survivors and the importance of awareness around gender-specific risks.
Takeaways
- Social determinants of health are critical stroke risk factors.
- Exercise is essential for stroke prevention and recovery.
- Dietary changes should be realistic and gradual for patients.
- Blood pressure control is vital for preventing strokes.
- GLP-1 medications can aid in stroke prevention but should be combined with lifestyle changes.
- Women face unique stroke risks, especially during pregnancy.
- Community engagement is necessary for effective stroke prevention.
- Mental health support is crucial for stroke survivors.
- Healthcare providers must tailor recommendations to individual patient needs.
- Education and awareness are key in reducing stroke incidence.
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Show credits:
Music intro credit to Jake Dansereau. Our intro welcome is the voice of Caroline Goggin, a stroke survivor and our first podcast guest! Please listen to her inspiring story on Episode 2 of the podcast.
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