Who's At Risk?

Every 45 seconds, someone in the U.S. suffers a stroke, the leading cause of disability in adults – especially older adults.

You’re at risk if you have a family or personal history of stroke or if you:

• Have high blood pressure
• Have high cholesterol
• Are a smoker (cigarettes, cigars, pipes)
• Have diabetes
• Suffer from any kind of cardiovascular disease
• Eat a high calorie, high fat diet
• Are overweight or obese
• Live an inactive lifestyle
• Are addicted to drugs or alcohol

The American Stroke Association offers these helpful tips on reducing your risk of having a stroke:

• Eat a healthy diet
• Exercise every day
• Know your blood pressure
• Stop smoking

For more details from the American Stroke Association, click here.