Your risk for stroke

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Strokes happen in an instant, and are the 5th leading cause of death. What’s your risk? Baltimore director of MedStar Health’s stroke program, neurologist Dr. Elliot Dawson, tells us about brain attacks, thunderclap headaches, innovative treatments, and the benefits of comprehensive stroke centers. Learn the signs of stroke using “BEFAST,” how long you have to respond, and even the relationship between stroke and Covid.

Dr. Dawson is based at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland, and also has clinical interests in vascular neurology and neurocritical care. For interviews with Dr. Dawson, or for more information about this podcast, contact Regional Media Relations Director, debra.schindler@medstar.net.

 Learn more about Dr. Dawson here: https://www.medstarhealth.org/doctor/dr-elliot-t-dawson-md/

Learn more about the Stroke Program: https://www.medstarfranklinsquare.org/our-services/neurology/stroke/?_ga=2.160287614.270062974.1624045027-747066315.1602086744#q={}

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