Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability in the United States. And African Americans are affected by stroke more often than any other group. One-half of all African American women will die from stroke or heart disease, and African Americans are twice as likely to die from stroke as whites.

During May, which is Stroke Awareness Month, leading experts from the Comprehensive Stroke Center at University Hospitals Case Medical Center are available to discuss prevention, treatments and research in stroke.

Cathy Sila, MD, center director, is leading a national study testing adult stem cells for stroke treatment. Preview a video about the MultiStem trial:

Michael DeGeorgia, MD, director of neurointensive care, is an internationally recognized leader in the field of neurologicalintensive care.

UH Case Medical Center provides broadcast studio services 24/7 to any media outlet for live talk-back interviews with our world-renowned medical experts.

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stroke awareness Stroke Stem Cells Therapy Neurologic neurological conditions Neuro Critical Care