Paramedics are less likely to identify a stroke in women than in men. Closing this gap could save lives—and money

A stroke happens when the blood supply to part of the brain is cut off, either because of a blockage (called an ischemic stroke) or bleeding (a hemorrhagic stroke). Around 83% of strokes are ischemic.

This article was originally published on MedicalXpress.com

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