strokes
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Thomas Markle Sr. moved to the Philippines last year after he had a series of strokes, and lived in Cebu until May.
From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026
Liberal democracy was a roaring economic success for most of the 20th century, at least in broad strokes and with some well-known caveats.
From Salon ● Oct. 26, 2026
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a major contributor to cardiovascular disease and increases the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 24, 2026
By lowering cholesterol, they have helped save millions of lives and reduce the likelihood of heart attacks and strokes.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 20, 2026
It took several strokes to regain the place she had lost, and when she got there, the other side had nearly won, for Kate’s ball was the last but one and lay near the stake.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
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