In the U.S. over 305,000 people have a mild stroke each year.
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Even mild stroke may lead to difficulties with physical function, thinking, and vision.
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Because of these challenges, people with mild stroke can complete basic tasks fairly
easily, but may have difficulty returning to complex tasks like driving.
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Approximately 1 out of every 5 adults with mild stroke report difficulty with driving.
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Published online: July 17, 2018
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