What You Need to Know About Mini Strokes in Older Adults
Mini-strokes, or transient ischemic attacks (TIAs), occur when blood flow to the brain is briefly blocked, often by a clot or narrowed artery. In older adults, these episodes can be triggered by conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, and atherosclerosis. Risk factors like smoking, certain medications, and sedentary lifestyles can increase the…
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