Stroke is the 2nd leading causes of death and the third leading cause of disability. Each year, 17 million people suffer from stroke globally1.Stroke occurs when something blocks blood vessel (ischemic stroke) or a blood vessel bursts (hemorrhagic stroke) in the brain. Signs and symptoms of stroke include: Sudden numbness or weakness of face, arm or leg. Sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding speech. Sudden trouble walking. Sudden severe headache.2
1. What we do. (2021). Retrieved 3 June 2021, from https://www.world-stroke.org/what-we-do
2. Stroke Signs and Symptoms | cdc.gov. (2021). Retrieved 3 June 2021, from https://www.cdc.gov/stroke/signs_symptoms.htm
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