the most common causes of death (after heart disease and cancer). Stroke is more common in the elderly, but it can happen to people of any age, including children. African Americans have a higher risk of stroke than Caucasians. Hispanics have a moderate risk.
A transient ischemic attack (also known as a TIA or mini-stroke) is similar to a stroke, except that with a TIA, the symptoms usually resolve within 24 hours. People who have a TIA are more likely to have a stroke in the near future.
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