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Dr. William Beazley serves as an emergency doctor at Baldwin Health. His presentation on cerebrovascular accidents (CVAs), or strokes, outlines their definition and impact, highlighting that approximately 795,000 people in the U.S. experience strokes annually, leading to about 137,000 deaths. He distinguishes between two types of strokes: hemorrhagic, which is caused by blood vessel rupture, and ischemic, which results from blocked blood flow. The presentation also discusses risk factors such as age, smoking, and certain health conditions, along with symptoms like weakness and speech difficulties. Diagnosis typically involves tests such as CT scans and MRIs, while treatment methods vary, including medication and rehabilitation. Prevention strategies emphasize lifestyle changes, and the FAST acronym is introduced to help recognize stroke symptoms promptly.