Stroke: a stroke occurs when there is a blocked (embolism) or ruptured (aneurysm/hemorrhage) blood vessel that supplies the brain, leading to severe and permanent damage to the tissues of the brain. A very severe stroke can cause brain death.
MCT: Marine Combat Training. All non-infantry Marines, upon completion of recruit training, will undergo Marine Combat Training (MCT). MCT consists of 29 days of battle skills training that enables Marines, regardless of MOS, to operate in a combat environment.
Marine Corps Deployments. The Marine Corps is a rapid deployment force that can quickly be sent where needed. To carry out its deployment mission, the Marine Corps and the Navy normally operate in conjunction with each other as part of amphibious or air-ground task forces.