ABC13 Viva Houston April 16, 2017- Segment 3

Segment 3 - Stroke is one of the leading causes of death for Americans. Studies indicate Hispanics have strokes at an earlier age than other ethnic groups because of their higher risks of cardiovascular diseases linked to high blood pressure, obesity and diabetes. Dr. Gerson Suarez-Cedeno with Mc Govern Medical School at UTHealth and Memorial Hermann-TMC, explains how a stroke affects the body, its symptoms and why early medical assistance is critical to saving lives.