The risk of a stroke increases as you get older. With the advances in treatment, surviving a stroke seems to be a better bet today. But what are the potential complications that follow a stroke, and how does age complicate the recovery process? We find out from Assoc Prof Dr Tan Kit Mun, Consultant Geriatrician, Universiti Malaya Medical Centre.

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Produced by: Tee Shiao Eek

Presented by: Tee Shiao Eek

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Categories:  Health Policy,  Diseases and Conditions,  Mental Health,  Healthy Living,  Fitness,  Science,  Medical Innovation and Technology

Tags:  The Bigger Picture,  Health & Living,  stroke,  elderly,  dementia,  rehabilitation,  hypertension,