During a stroke each minute spent seeking treatment is critical. The sooner treatment begins, the more brain cells are likely to be saved, preventing serious loss of language, vision, movement, and behavior. Brain cells die quickly without the oxygen and nutrients that are normally delivered by the blood. This can mean permanent disability or even death. My New Life speaks of life in general, and how the stroke victim can deal with new obstacles such as driving, eating, dressing. It also contains illustrations and addresses for Web sites to visit to gain additional information. The book includes a table of contents, bibliography, glossary, and index. It can be carried in a purse or pocket.
