Frequently Asked Questions about Strokes

A: A stroke happens when the supply of blood to the brain is suddenly disrupted – either because an artery is blocked by a clot of plaque, or because the artery breaks or bursts.

A: Yes. A stroke can either be an Ischaemic stroke (blocked artery) or a haemorrhagic stroke, which is a bleed in the brain. The stroke occurs when the brain can't get the oxygen it needs, the brain cells in the area die and become permanently damaged. Ischaemic strokes are the more common type of stroke.

A: As a stroke affects the brain, it can subsequently affect the way we move, think, eat and even speak. Some people lose the ability to do things which the affected part of their brain controls. This could include an inability to move one side of the body, or trouble thinking or speaking.

A: Absolutely. It is Australia's second greatest killer – second only to heart attack⁸

A: According to the National Stroke Foundation, one Australian suffers a stroke every ten minutes⁸.

If you have had a stroke, speak to your doctor about how Cartia^® can help reduce your risk of another event.

For more information:

• Facts and statistics: strokes
• Regaining your life after a stroke
• Are you at risk of another stroke?
• Cartia: how it makes a difference