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Causes and effects
Discover the two primary types of stroke, their causes and the consequences for your health.
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What causes a stroke?
Understanding the difference between haemorrhagic and ischaemic strokes
The effects of stroke
A attend the symptoms of stroke and their short and long-term effects on the body
Who is at risk?
Some people are more likely to take a stroke, but thither are shipway to reduce the risk
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