numbness.
S — Speech
Slurred or abnormal speech.
T — Time
Seek emergency help immediately.
Do not wait for several symptoms to appear.
One sudden neurological symptom can be enough to justify emergency evaluation.
9 Ways to Lower Your Risk of Stroke
Many strokes are linked to risk factors that can be treated or managed.
- Control Your Blood Pressure
High blood pressure is one of the most important modifiable stroke risk factors.
If you have hypertension:
Take prescribed medication consistently
Monitor blood pressure if advised
Reduce excess sodium
Stay physically active
Attend regular medical checkups
Do not stop blood-pressure medication simply because you feel well.
- Manage Diabetes
Persistently high blood sugar
can damage blood vessels and increase cardiovascular risk.
If you have diabetes:
Follow your treatment plan
Monitor glucose as recommended
Keep regular medical appointments
Manage blood pressure and cholesterol as well
Stroke prevention often depends on controlling several risk factors together.
