Early detection and prompt treatment of stroke is vital in preventing death and disability, so it is very important for everyone to know how to quickly identify the early warning signs of this silent killer.

Anyone can have a stroke hence the challenge lies in educating as many people as possible about stroke’s earliest warning signs and symptoms, so patients can get the immediate treatment they need.
Risk Factors

The risk factors for stroke are poor cholesterol level, high blood pressure and excess weight because diet high in saturated fats and trans fat can raise blood cholesterol levels.

Diet high in sodium can contribute to increased blood pressure and high calorie diet can contribute to excess weight (Obesity).

In recognizing a stroke, there are symptoms that include:

1 Trouble seeing or blurry vision
2. Difficulty speaking or confusion; stroke can impair the ability to express yourself or understand speech. To recognize a stroke individual ask the person to repeat a simple sentence coherently. If he or she has problem repeating the sentence, the person need immediate medical attention.
3. Weak arm or leg. Ask the individual to extend both arms (palms up) for 10 seconds. If one arm drifts downward, that indicates muscle weakness, a sign of stroke.
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