World Stroke Day

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2022 Date	October 29, 2022
2023 Date	October 29, 2023

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World Stroke Day in 2022

Saturday, Oct 29

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World Stroke Day History

World Stroke Day seeks to raise awareness about the possibilities of stroke and how to prevent it. This day encourages and promotes preventative measures such as maintaining a healthy diet and exercising regularly. It also raises awareness about treatment and recovery for victims of stroke.

World Stroke Day was established in 2006 by the World Stroke Organization. World Stroke Day is observed annually on October 29th.

Top Tweets for World Stroke Day -

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Could you recognise the signs of a stroke? Join me and #PassFASTOn with @TheStrokeAssoc – it could save a life one day #WorldStrokeDay https://t.co/MH196NUtuw
— Michael Johnson (@MJGold) October 29, 2022

Today is World Stroke Day, all it takes is a small clot to block a brain vessel: 1- Reduce your risk factors 2-Recognize stroke symptoms 3-Call 911 4-The fastest you get to the hospital the higher chance we can help you 5-Post stroke rehabilitation is key @TJUHNeurosurg https://t.co/1BnE19X2f3
— Pascal Jabbour MD, FAANS, FACS, FAHA (@PascalJabbourMD) October 29, 2022

Saturday is #WorldStrokeDay. You can limit your risk of stroke: 🚭 Avoid tobacco 🍺 Reduce alcohol intake 🩺 Manage blood pressure, cholesterol & diabetes 🍎 Eat healthily 🚴 Exercise More from @WHO: https://t.co/oiazt3VdHY https://t.co/UCBjN95IJ7
— United Nations (@UN) October 29, 2022

World Stroke Day Facts

1 in 4 adults will have a stroke according to the World Stroke Organization.
Preventative measures include controlling high blood pressure, maintaining a healthy weight, and managing stress. For more, click Stroke Risks and Prevention
90% of strokes are associated with 10 avoidable risk factors according to the World Stroke Organization. Some of these risk factors include hypertenision, unhealthy diet, smoking, and lack of exercise.