- disease
- Physical inactivity
You cannot change every risk factor, but managing the ones you can control still matters.
Why Acting Quickly Matters
During a stroke, brain tissue can be damaged within minutes, and some treatments are only appropriate within specific time windows.
The faster someone reaches emergency medical care, the better the chance doctors have to limit brain injury and disability.
If stroke symptoms appear, contact emergency medical services rather than driving yourself to the hospital.
The Bottom Line
Continue on the next page ️️Heavy alcohol use can increase blood pressure and contribute to several other stroke risk factors.
If you drink alcohol, moderation can reduce unnecessary cardiovascular risk. Some people with certain medical conditions or medications may be advised not to drink at all.
8. Know Whether You Have Atrial Fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation is an abnormal heart rhythm that can allow blood clots to form in the heart and
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