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Prevent a Stroke and Live a Long Life!

1/29/2019

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Yes, you can Prevent a Stroke.

It starts with some simple things to do and don’t do.
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80% of strokes can be prevented.  Age, family history, and ethnicity factors cannot be controlled.

You can reduce your chances of a stroke by taking simple steps – Monitor your blood pressure, see your health care provider for evaluation and possibly medications to get to a healthy number.

Other ways to prevent a stroke:

1) Don’t smoke

2) Get tested for diabetes

3) Get your cholesterol and triglyceride levels checked

4) Maintain a healthy weight

5) Limit alcohol to one drink per day

6) Lower your stress levels
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​Did you know that certain risk factors can increase your chances of having a stroke?

Here are guidelines to follow to help you prevent a stroke:

Identify – Review your risk factors and identify your personal risk.

Reduce your risk factors – Work to reduce your stroke risk by lifestyle changes and possibly necessary medication.

Recognize and Respond – Learn to recognize the signs and symptoms of a stroke. Memorize the four points of the “FAST” symptoms shown below.

F – FACE: Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A – ARMS: Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?

S – SPEECH: Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is their speech slurred or strange?

T – TIME: If you observe any of these signs, Call 9-1-1 Immediately.

You may have identified personal risk factors. If so, work with your healthcare provider to reduce your personal risk.

Some risk factors for stroke are simply not controllable. Learn more about the age, gender, ethnicity, and other factors that are most at risk for stroke.

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