Stroke – do you know the single biggest risk factor?

RJ Hamster

4 weeks ago

IT’S WORLD STROKE DAY

Are you at risk of stroke and don’t even know it?

High blood pressure is the single biggest risk factor for stroke^[1], yet nearly 1 in 2 American adults suffers from high blood pressure and 1 in 5 is completely unaware of it.^[2]

The good news is that 80% of premature deaths from heart disease and stroke can be avoided through preventative measures^[3], some of which include:

Get your AFib under control. Research has shown that people with AFib who take blood thinners can cut down their risk of stroke by 50-60% more than those who don’t.^[4]
Get at least 30 minutes of activity each day.^[5]
Maintain a healthy weight.^[6]
Avoid alcohol and smoking.^[7]
Get quality sleep.^[8]
Monitor your blood pressure at home regularly.^[9]

Don’t let it be a silent threat – regular monitoring at home can save your life by catching warning signs early.

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^[1]National Geographic, Strokes are on the rise—and these are the reasons why, Tara Haelle, October 3, 2024
^[2]https://www.cdc.gov/dhdsp/data_statistics/fact_sheets/fs_bloodpressure.htm
^[3]World Heart Association, https://world-heart-federation.org/what-we-do/prevention/
^[4](Accessed April 2023). Stroke Risks from Atrial Fibrillation. StopAFib. https://www.stopafib.org/learn-about-afib/why-is-afib-a-problem/stroke-risks-from-afib/
^[5][6][7][8](Accessed April 2023). 7 Ways to Help Prevent Stroke While Living with AFib. Mercy. https://www.mercy.net/service/atrial-fibrillation/prevent-stroke-while-living-with-afib/
^[9]McDade. (2021). AFib and Stroke. WebMD. https://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/atrial-fibrillation/atrial-fibrillation-afib-stroke

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