May is American Stroke Month. It's also the perfect time to raise awareness about the dangers of stroke and how to prevent it. Take comfort in knowing that while stroke can strike anytime, you hold the power of prevention in your hands. Make it a priority this month to keep your brain strong, resilient and stroke-free for years to come by:

Getting Enough Sleep

Seven to eight hours of sleep each night can help you rise and shine with enough energy to face your day.

Being a Social Butterfly

Studies show that people who spend too much time alone have a higher risk of stroke.

Moving Your Body

Just 30 minutes of daily exercise can lower your risk of stroke.

Getting Yourself to the Doctor

Schedule regular visits and talk to your doctor about your risks and how you can reduce them.

Stroke can strike when you least expect it, stealing away the people you love or leaving them with a life-long disability. Every 40 seconds, someone has a stroke – and 80% of brain disease can be linked to cardiovascular disease.

The good news is about 80% of strokes are preventable. Adopting these simple lifestyle changes can help keep your mind sharp and your brain in tip-top shape. Your attention to prevention can make all the difference.

Source: The American Stroke Association