Page 22 - Seniorstoday March 2024 Issue

Health

10 practices to minimise

your stroke risk

Let’s explore some habits you can incorporate, that can help keep your risk of stroke
at bay, writes Sid Roy

It’s no secret that stroke is a serious and
life-altering medical condition. But did you
know that there are steps you can take to
minimise your risk? In this article, we’ll
explore ten practices that can help keep
your risk of stroke at bay.

1.Understanding strokes and their risk
factors
Strokes occur when the blood supply to the
brain is interrupted or reduced, leading to
the death of brain cells. There are two main
types of strokes: ischemic strokes, which
are caused by a blockage in a blood vessel,
and hemorrhagic strokes, which occur
when a blood vessel bursts. Both types
can have severe consequences and require
immediate medical attention. and family history, cannot be changed.
Several risk factors contribute to the However, there are many modifiable risk
likelihood of experiencing a stroke. Some factors that you can control to reduce your
of these factors, such as age, gender, chances of having a stroke.

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