Women and Stroke: Recovery, Prevention and Health Equity
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This episode discusses how stroke uniquely affects women, including recovery challenges and health equity issues.
Women and Stroke: Recovery, Prevention and Health Equity In this episode of " Stronger After Stroke ," host Rosa Hart, BSN, R.N., SCRN, talks with Tamika Burrus , M.D., a stroke neurology specialist, about how stroke uniquely affects women. Together, they explore critical differences in how women respond to stroke treatments, such as thrombolytics (alteplase and tenecteplase) and m echanical thrombectomy , why recovery can look different for women, and what steps health care systems can take to close the gender gap in stroke outcomes. Dr. Burrus shares insights on physical, cognitive and emotional recovery challenges that women often face after stroke. The conversation also highlights disparities in stroke rehabilitation access , fo llow-up care and str oke prevention — particularly among Black and Hispanic women , who face a higher risk. Listeners will gain practical takeaways on how women can reduce their stroke risk through lifestyle changes, the importance of early screening by primary care and OB/GYN providers, and how health care professionals can improve outcomes through education, advocacy and equitable care. In this episode, you will learn: How estrogen impacts the…
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