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Encephalic Vascular Accident (EVA) happens when the vessels that carry blood to thebrain get clogged or broken, causing a palsy in the cerebral region that stayed withoutblood circulation. It is a disease the affect more men than women and it is one of the main causes of death, inability and hospitalization in Brazil. EVA’s sequelae can vary from hemiparesis (partial palsy of one of the body halves) to cognitive deficit. Considering the variety of sequelae, the rehabilitation will require health professionals from different areas, with a multidimensional approach. Browsing through the infographic you will find the story of Mr. Paul that, after suffer an EVA, will need to undergone a multidisciplinary rehabilitation process. To understand the context of health care for the elderly person with disability that suffered an Encephalic Vascular Accident

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