Stroke is the 5th leading cause of death in America and 3rd leading cause of death for women. Neurologist Dr. Tomoto Kitago, Columbia Univ. Medical Center, explains causes and types of stroke, signs and risks of stroke unique to women, stroke prevention and why fast action is critical to diagnose and treat. Breast cancer survivor Anne Marie Paolucci created nonprofit Chemo Comfort to help improve the quality of life for cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, offering resources and gift kits.

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