1) Stroke is a growing global epidemic that threatens lives and quality of life, but much can be done to prevent and treat stroke through increased awareness, prevention efforts, and rehabilitation.
2) Every 6 seconds someone dies from a stroke, but stroke is both preventable and treatable through steps like controlling risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and smoking, as well as recognizing the signs of stroke and seeking immediate medical help.
3) While the lifetime risk of stroke is 1 in 6 for men and 1 in 5 for women, awareness of risk factors, symptoms, treatment options and rehabilitation can reduce deaths and