… ischemic stroke which occurs when the blood flow to the brain is blocked. There's also a hemorrhagic stroke, and that occurs when a blood vessel ruptures causing … in the brain. There is another condition called a transient ischemic attack, also known as a TIA that’s sometimes called a mini-stroke or brain attack even though … can do to reduce their risk of stroke. A big one is managing blood pressure, both through lifestyle changes and potentially medication if your medical team deems …