Why Women Are More Likely to Suffer a Stroke

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Why Women Are More Likely to Suffer a Stroke

Mar 01, 2023

One in five women in the U.S. will have a stroke in their lifetime, according to the American Stroke Association. That means 55,000 more women than men will suffer a stroke each year. Stroke specialist Jana Wold, MD, explains why women are more likely to experience a stroke and the steps you can take to minimize your risk.