* High blood pressure ~ If you have high blood pressure,keep it under control. High blood pressure increases your risk of a hemorrhage stroke.

 

* Heart disease ~ The same causes of heart attacks cause strokes, strokes are called brain attacks.

 

* Smoking ~ If you smoke, quit. If you don't, don't start Smoking constricts blood vessels

 

* Diabetes ~ Diabetes has an adverse affect on your arteries which increases your risk for a stroke.

 

* High cholesterol ~ High cholestrol builds plaque in the arteries, which can reduce or block blood flow to the brain.

 

* Medication ~ Be sure to take any medication that was prescribed to help increase blood flow or thinning. Many doctors recommend taking an aspirin everyday. Be sure to consult with your doctor first.