Do You Know About Stroke And 5 Signs of Stroke

 

A stroke is a medical emergency and can cause permanent nerve damage or death. Stroke is the leading cause of disability in the United States and no. 4 of the leading causes of death in the United States caused by the blockage. Rupture of blood vessels or arteries that carry oxygen and nutrients to the brain. When this happens, parts of the brain don't get the blood and oxygen they need. Without blood or oxygen, brain cells die and body parts or control functions affect. So, a stroke can lead to blindness, speech, and vision problems. Other disability problems, and death.

According to the American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association. African Americans have twice the death rate for stroke and first stroke. He also noted that high blood pressure is a modifiable risk factor for stroke. That is the prevalence of high blood pressure. African Americans in the United States are the highest in the world. There is good news and hope for Black Americans. As high blood pressure is a controllable risk factor for stroke. If you're a black American reading this, you need to know. Your blood pressure numbers and talk to your doctor about your stroke risk.

Other modifiable risks include a poor diet. Smoking, high cholesterol, physical inactivity, and obesity. Unhealthy foods such as saturated fat. Tran’s fat, and dietary cholesterol can raise blood cholesterol levels. A diet high in sodium can contribute to high blood pressure. A high-calorie diet promotes obesity. Researchers say that a diet that includes five. More servings of fruits and vegetables a day can reduce the risk of stroke.

Physical inactivity and obesity - If you are inactive and obese. You increase your risk of high blood pressure high blood. Cholesterol, diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Take a brisk walk, take the stairs, and do whatever it takes to make your life more active. Move it! Try to do at least 30 minutes total on most or all days. These controllable risk factors can increase the risk of stroke. Which, if left untreated, can lead to severe or permanent nerve damage or death.

Today, stroke does not cause disability or death. The main thing is to recognize a stroke and go to the hospital immediately. If you or someone close to you is showing signs of a stroke,

F. A.S.T. The American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association. Have easy ways to remember stroke warning signs. When you see these symptoms,

F. A.S.T. The American Heart Association and the American. Stroke Association has easy ways to remember stroke warning signs. When you see these symptoms, you should immediately for help.

F.A S.T.

It falls flat

Is one side of the face droopy or discolored? Ask people with a smile.

Susceptibility

Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both hands. Does one slide down?

It's hard to say

Is the speech slurred, slurred, or difficult to understand?

Ask people to repeat a simple phrase like the sky is blue.

Does this word repeat itself?

If someone shows any of these symptoms. Even if there are no symptoms, call and go to the hospital immediately.