World Stroke Day 2023 [Precious Time] Prevention & treatment of Stroke

World Stroke Day 2023 [#PreciousTime] Prevention & treatment of Stroke

Strokes can happen to anyone, at any age. In fact, globally about one in four adults will have a stroke in their lifetime. Yet, most adults don’t know the F.A.S.T. warning signs of a stroke, and that stroke is largely preventable, treatable and beatable. Our power is knowledge and how we apply that knowledge starting today to defeat stroke.

FAST - To remember signs of stroke

F - Facial weakness (asymetry)
A - Arm weakness
S - Speech problem
T - Time to call ambulance

When somebody has a stroke, every second that goes by is crucial. As brain tissue and millions of neurons begin to fade away, time could not be more precious. This year theme #Precioustime campaign aims to raise awareness of stroke signs and the benefits of timely access to emergency medical care.

Stroke affects 1 in 4 of us. This year 12.2 million people will have a stroke, 6.5 million - over half - will die as a result. Worldwide 110 million people have experienced stroke and live with impacts that can include severe physical disability, communication difficulties, changes in how they think and feel, loss of work, income and social networks.

Improving prevention and treatment of stroke and providing on going support with rehabilitation and life after stroke is essential.
Signs and symptoms of stroke

NUMBNESS or weakness of face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body

CONFUSION, trouble speaking or understanding speech

TROUBLE SEEING in one or both eyes

TROUBLE WALKING, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination

SEVERE HEADACHE with no known cause
Research has shown that early rehabilitative interventions can vastly improve functional outcomes. The ideal scenario is a client receiving therapy quickly after the stroke event. Sadly, this is not so in our society because there is an increased number of persons experiencing a stroke compared to the over-stretched and over-worked public health care system.

Stroke is a medical emergency and a global health threat that kills millions each year. Evidence is also growing that COVID 19 infection can increase our stroke risk. It is more important than ever that we all know the signs of stroke and call an ambulance immediately if we suspect stroke. Delays can devastate the brain, increasing the risk of death and the likelihood of severe long-term disability. The doctors community is united in our message - if you suspect stroke, don't stay at home, reach hospital fast

Видео World Stroke Day 2023 [Precious Time] Prevention & treatment of Stroke канала Prof. Suresh Bada Math