World Stroke Day - October 29 2012
Tommorrow October 29, 2012 is World Stroke Day
Stroke is a condition in which blood flow to a part of the brain is disrupted, resulting in oxygen starvation, brain damage and loss of function.
"Over 40 percent of Indians have symptoms of
Stroke is a condition in which blood flow to a part of the brain is disrupted, resulting in oxygen starvation, brain damage and loss of function.
"Over 40 percent of Indians have symptoms of
stroke,
but they usually ignore them. The number of deaths and people disabled
due to strokes is rising rapidly in India," It is the second leading
cause of death for people above 60 years and fifth leading cause in
those aged between 15-59.
It is of utmost importance to know
how to recognize the symptoms of stroke and act fast….after having
experiencing it twice very closely… I know what goes through so please
read and share.
Watch out for tommorrow’s post on how to meet the challenges of stroke……..
Watch out for tommorrow’s post on how to meet the challenges of stroke……..
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