Stroke

Heart and Stroke Foundation
Information on stroke and on lowering risk of heart disease and stroke through diet and exercise. The online monthly newsletter, He@lthline, has of recipes and heart-healthy tips. The site also has translated and cultural information.

Stroke Recovery Canada
Information and program listings for stroke survivors, their families and health care providers. The site lists peer support groups across Canada to give survivors, families, friends, and caregivers the opportunity to share personal experiences, exchange valuable information and offer a network of mutual support.  

Stroke Engine -  http://strokengine.ca/family/
Canadian information on stroke including a glossary, links and information about living with stroke through many phases of recovery.

American Stroke Association
Information on stroke and life after stroke, including information for caregivers. Spanish information is also available.

The Internet Stroke Center
Information on stroke care and research. Includes information on the basics behind a stroke, the warning signs and has information on living with a stroke.

Medline Plus
Links and information on stroke from Medline Plus, the National Institute of Health and the U.S. National Library of Medicine.