2023-10-28 20:21:39
Stroke, commonly known as stroke, represents a silent threat for many people around the world. This is because it occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted, which can lead to serious brain damage.
The alarming figures of stroke
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 15 million people suffer from a stroke every year. Among them, 5 million die, and another 5 million remain permanently disabled. These chilling figures place stroke among the leading causes of death and disability worldwide.
Why have a World Stroke Day?
World Stroke Day, celebrated on October 29 each year, aims, above all, to raise awareness of this pathology among the general public and to promote preventive actions. Because yes, many strokes can be avoided if we adopt a healthy lifestyle and are aware of the risk factors.
Risk factors to know
Hypertension, smoking, diabetes, hypercholesterolemia are all factors that increase the risk of stroke. An unbalanced diet, rich in saturated fats and salt, as well as a pronounced sedentary lifestyle, also exacerbate the risks. It is therefore essential to adopt healthy habits: eat a balanced diet, practice regular physical activity, avoid tobacco, moderate alcohol consumption, and consult your doctor regularly.
Warning signs of a stroke
The adage “Prevention is better than cure” is especially true when it comes to stroke. Recognizing the warning signs can literally save a life. Sudden weakness, numbness of the face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body, difficulty speaking, loss of vision, severe headaches with no known cause, are all signs that must alert.
The importance of rapid support
After the first symptoms appear, time is crucial. Every minute counts. The quicker the intervention, the higher the chances of survival, and especially recovery. According to studies, treatment within 3 hours of the first symptoms can significantly reduce brain damage.
Towards increased awareness
Awareness campaigns, conferences and prevention workshops are organized around the world on the occasion of this World Day. The objective? Educate, inform, and save lives. Because, with adequate information and rapid action, many strokes might be avoided, or at least their consequences reduced.
A continuing struggle
World Stroke Day on October 29, 2023 is a solemn reminder of the importance of prevention, awareness and prompt treatment. Faced with this pathology which claims so many victims, every action, every gesture counts. Let us all be part of this fight, by remaining informed, vigilant, and by adopting healthy lifestyles. After all, the best defense once morest stroke is prevention.
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