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Red Tie Campaign to PRevent Stroke

About the Red Tie Campaign

 

Red Tie CampaignThe Red Tie Campaign was created in memory of NC Insurance Commissioner Jim Long by his family and Rex Healthcare after Commissioner Long passed away as the result of a stroke last year. Through the Red Tie Campaign, we want to create hope that, together, we can prevent stroke.

 

                                     

                        

                                  About Commissioner Jim Long 

                   

                                       Join us for Red Tie Day

 

        Receive Your Red Tie Gift and Information about Stroke Prevention

 

A stroke occurs every forty seconds adding up to about 795,000 per year. It is the third leading cause of death and a leading cause of adult disability in the U.S.

But there is hope. Up to 80% of strokes can be prevented. Find out how.

 

              What is stroke?                                                              Am I at risk for stroke?

 

              How does stroke affect  the body?                            How can I prevent stroke?

 

              What are the signs of stroke?                                   Resources

 

             

Source: American Stroke Association, strokeassociation.org, 2009