1. GET & STAY ACTIVE
Under your doctor’s supervision, exercise may be good for your heart and circulation, which can help reduce your risk for another clot-related (ischemic) stroke.
The best part?
Nobody’s expecting you to become an overnight triathlete. There are lots of ways to make exercise part of your daily routine, but you don’t even need to start out exercising daily. Just a few minutes working on some exercise basics is a good start.
Then, once you get an exercise routine going, be sure to mix it up every so often to stay motivated. Above all, always talk to your doctor before beginning an exercise routine.
2. EAT HEALTHY
Talking to your doctor about healthy eating choices can be another powerful step starting right now. Even lowering your sodium intake can be a start because it can help keep your blood pressure in check.
And instead of focusing on missing out on all those unhealthy favorites you might have enjoyed before your stroke, think about what you’re gaining in return – more time to be with the people you love, and maybe even picking up new, fun activities that help you live heart-healthy.
Besides, eating heart-healthy can be surprisingly delicious, too!
3. CONTROL YOUR CHOLESTEROL
If your doctor has prescribed a statin (medicine for lowering your cholesterol), taking it as directed is an important part of maintaining your health.
4. CONTROL YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE
Lowering your blood pressure lowers the risk of another ischemic stroke, so take your prescribed blood pressure medicine as directed by your doctor.
ASK YOUR DOCTOR ABOUT A BAYER® ASPIRIN REGIMEN
Together with the other 4 steps, adding a doctor-directed Bayer® Aspirin regimen to your routine may be an important step to help prevent another clot-related (ischemic) stroke.
Aspirin is not appropriate for everyone, so be sure to talk to your doctor before you begin an aspirin regimen.
Click here to learn How Aspirin Works Against Stroke.
WHAT IS A CLOT-RELATED (ISCHEMIC) STROKE
STROKE SURVIVORS HAVE A LOT TO LIVE FORWARD TO
PENNY S.
“It’s like you’re there, but it’s like you’re in an [out of] body experience.”
ANNA B.
“I didn’t think I was having a stroke. I knew everyone was acting really urgent. It was scary for me!”
TOM K.
“I had very good handwriting … and now it’s terrible, but that’s a small price to pay in this life and death situation.”
JOYCE A.
“I’m celebrating my 52nd birthday in two weeks, and … I’m thankful to be alive.”
TONI G.
“Education is key for me. I feel so good that I’m able to help people.”
Aspirin regimen products for recurrentstroke prevention
Aspirin is not appropriate for everyone, so be sure to talk to your doctor before you begin an aspirin regimen.
Bayer® Aspirin is available in a variety of doses and forms.
Learn more by clicking on a product below.
Use as directed.
ASPIRIN REGIMEN BAYER® LOW DOSE
81 mg low dose aspirin with safety coating
BAYER® CHEWABLE ASPIRIN
Chewable 81 mg aspirin, in orange and cherry flavors
ASPIRIN REGIMEN BAYER® REGULAR DOSE
Aspirin 325 mg dose with enteric coating
BAYER® ASPIRIN BACK & BODY
Back and body pain reliever, 500 mg aspirin with caffeine
GENUINE BAYER® ASPIRIN
The original, trusted 325 mg Genuine Bayer® Aspirin tablets
BAYER® EXTRA STRENGTH
Extra strength 500 mg aspirin, for tough pain
1 This tool is intended for informational purposes only. It is not intended to provide a medical diagnosis, medical advice, or medical treatment. Contact your healthcare provider after using the tool to discuss your heart health or if you have any health concerns.
2 Estimated risk of a cardiovascular event, specifically, the risk of a heart attack (myocardial infarction or MI) or stroke in the next five years.