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May is National Stroke Awareness Month. It's a time to raise awareness about the symptoms and treatment for stroke. Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States. It is also a leading cause of disability. What is a stroke? A stroke occurs when the blood supply to part of your brain is interrupted or reduced. Brain tissue can’t get the oxygen and nutrients it needs. When the brain does not get oxygen for even a few minutes, part of the brain will die or become damaged.

“Natural menopause” begins after a woman has not had a menstrual period for 12 months in a row. It occurs around the age of 51. Menopause is not just a biological event. It is a very personal experience. Some feel fearful that menopausal symptoms will lower their overall sense of well-being, productivity, and self-worth. Symptoms include: