Stroke

Stroke is the 2^nd 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