Being aware of the warning signs of a stroke could save your life or that of a loved one. While family history increases one’s likelihood of suffering from a stroke, they can happen to anyone. As we age, strokes are more common because seniors are more apt to have developed the risk factors for having a stroke. Statistics show that 75% of strokes occur in adults over the age of 65 and is the third leading cause of death.
A stroke occurs when the blood flow to the brain is blocked by a clot. Part of the brain is shut off from oxygen, and cells in the affected area immediately start to die. It is critical to get to a hospital to start receiving treatment as doctors are trying to prevent any more loss of brain cells and lessen the impact of the damage caused by the stroke. Some of the risk factors for a stroke are the following:
It is important for you and your family to know the signs of a stroke since receiving the proper care is so essential. The National Institute on Health publishes these warning signs of a stroke:
This post is intended for informational purposes only. Please contact your health care provider with any questions or concerns you have regarding your health. MorningStar at Arrowhead represents the best in senior living with a unique mission statement “to honor, to value, to invest.” We have built our foundation on honoring God, valuing our seniors and hiring staff with a felt calling to serve to create a true home for residents amid a beautiful, serene setting. To experience firsthand the finest senior living in the Phoenix area, contact us to schedule a tour. Sources:strokecenter.org/patients/about-stroke/stroke-statistics/ nhlbi.nih.gov/health/health-topics/topics/stroke/atrisk ninds.nih.gov/disorders/stroke/stroke_bookmark.htm
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