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Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and disability worldwide. But many people are proving there is life after a stroke. Miguel Keton is an army veteran, husband, and father of three. His family calls him Batman because hes always been one to tough it out. But he says that changed one day in 2022.I just started feeling weird, he said.Miguel Keton says he was on his way to celebrate his birthday with his wife when he felt off.”The whole time, I was trying to figure out why I couldnt stand up, but I realized I was having a stroke then, he said.His wife found him in their bedroom.”I knew the signs. I looked at his face, and it was it was like one-sided. He was mumbling the words like you couldn’t get them out, she said.Get the latest news stories of interest by clicking hereSigns and SymptomsNovant Health neurologist Devin Simon says early detection is key to reducing long-term damage. He says that’s because the best treatments are only available to people who are diagnosed within the first three hours.The reality is stroke remains the top cause of death and disability. But some research suggests that almost 80% of strokes can be avoided with just everyday things, he said.”F.A.S.T” is an acronym to remember. Face droopingArm weaknessSpeech difficultyTime to call 9-1-1. The neurologist says there are also some less common symptoms to watch out for. Sudden blindnessweakness on one side of the body/sudden clumsiness Doctor Simon says several factors can make you more susceptible to strokes including being overweight, having diabetes, high blood pressure and smoking. Keep up with the latest news and weather by downloading the WXII app here.Doctors say high blood pressure caused Ketons stroke, leaving him unable to walk, and in a wheelchair. It also led to his family, who he was used to taking care of, becoming his caretakers. “I went from living a normal life to having to live all over again, he said.But with the help of physical therapy and an electrical stimulation device, Keton learned to walk again. He even walked in a National Stroke Day walk last year.”That was probably one of the proudest moments in my life, second to asking my wife to marry me, he said.Miguel wants everyone especially men to take their health seriously. He says dont ignore any problems because you never know where they may lead. NAVIGATE: Home | Weather | Watch NOWCAST TV | Local News | National | News We Love |