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Stroke: What You Need to Know

Learn more about strokes and how you can reduce your chances of having one. Dr. Maheen Malik, board certified neurologist with St. Anthony's Medical Center, will talk about risk factors, signs and symptoms, prevention, treatment options and rehabilitation.

The presentation and a question-answer session will run from 7 to 8 p.m., with informational booths set up before and after. There will also be free blood pressure screenings and stroke risk evaluations.

Light refreshments will be provided, and there will be chances to win a variety of prizes. Register ahead of time by calling St. Anthony's: 314-268-4669.

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