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[ad_1] Each year, on October 29, World Stroke Day serves as a reminder of the staggering impact of strokes on individuals and communities worldwide. Strokes, often referred to as "brain attacks," are a leading cause of disability and death globally, with millions of lives forever altered by their debilitating consequences. This day of observance aims to shed light on the importance of stroke prevention, early intervention, and ongoing rehabilitation efforts. World Stroke Day 2023 Theme The theme for World Stroke Day 2023, as designated by WSO, is ‘Together we are #Greater Than Stroke.’ Also read:  World Stroke Day 2023: Why Stroke In Young Adults Is On The Rise? Risk Factors, Warning Signs And Preventive Measures Dr Atul Mohan Kochhar, CEO, NABH (National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers) shares inputs on risks, signs, and symptoms of a stroke.  Dr Kochhar explains, “Stroke is a time-sensitive medical emergency, and ev...

[ad_1] A stroke patient can be saved if those around them are aware of the symptoms and they act quickly. “One should be aware of red flags of stroke which are facial drooping, arm weakness and numbness, speech difficulty, confusion, trouble speaking or understanding speech, trouble seeing from one or both eyes, trouble walking and severe headache.” Dr. Sanjay Pandey, Head, Dept of Neurology, Amrita Hospital, Faridabad further adds, “People should remember this mnemonic: BE-FAST (stands for balance loss, eyesight changes, face drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulties, and time to call an ambulance)” [ad_2] Source link https://worldnews2023.com/life-style/brain-stroke-symptoms-why-cant-people-identify-brain-stroke-symptoms-the-times-of-india/?feed_id=23567&_unique_id=64a84e3cb35a1