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A Stroke Warning for Brain Health | Wilmington News
Danny Glover’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis sparks urgent conversation about brain health — and one local man’s near-miss stroke reveals how critical early detection is. Brian Jones, a Wrightsville Beach regular, lost vision in his left eye — a sign of a silent stroke caused by a blocked carotid artery. Further tests uncovered prediabetes and high lipoprotein(a), a genetic stroke risk factor. Doctors stress that heart and vascular health directly impact brain health — and catching risks early can prevent dementia. Jones turned his scare into action, committing to meds and exercise to boost his…
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