A stroke can change a family’s life within minutes, but early recognition can help a village respond with greater confidence and less confusion. In many rural communities, the first people near a stroke patient are not doctors. They are family members, neighbours,...

A healthier village begins when families understand that blood pressure is not just a number, but an important sign of long-term stroke safety. High blood pressure is one of the most important stroke risk factors. Many people feel normal even when their...

Stroke recovery does not end when a patient returns home; in many ways, that is when the family’s most important role begins. After a stroke, a survivor may face weakness, stiffness, speech difficulty, tiredness, emotional changes, memory concerns, or loss of confidence....