In Depth: Is NC in the Stroke Zone?

RALEIGH, N.C.-- It's the third leading cause of death in the us and can cause serious long-term disability in many people it strikes.  And now, researchers have found there are certain spots in the US where people are more prone to having a stroke.  

According to the CDC, on average 1  American dies from stroke very 4 minutes.  And unfortunately, due to a number of risk factors, Dr. Vivick Ready, the Director of the Cardiac Arrhythmia service at Mount Sinai Medical Center says North Carolina is a high risk state. 

Watch our In Depth interview to see why and hear about new treatments now legally on the market.  And for more information on strokes, visit the CDC’s website.