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  In the image above, Ann is an opera  singer. While on stage, she suddenly starts having trouble getting her words out. Her right arm also feels weak. These symptoms are classic of stroke symptoms. Severe headache, mental confusion, visual disturbances and right or left sided weakness may also occur.   When someone is having stroke symptoms, immediate  attempts should be made to seek medical help. What is a stroke ? A  stroke  is also known as a brain attack. It may be hemorrhagic ( caused by bleeding) or ischemic ( embolic), caused by a clot or plaque. Can a stroke be prevented? It is suggested that a stroke can be prevented. People who smoke frequently, eat a diet rich in cholesterol foods and do not exercise regularly,  are considered to be at risk. High  blood pressure  and obesity also puts someone at risk. Lifestyle changes such as  regular exercise , eating a diet with fresh fruits and vegetables, as well  as high fiber may ...