According to the WHO, one in every four people will have a stroke in their lifetime. Despite significant advances in healthcare technology, stroke is still the second leading cause of death worldwide. Moreover, this condition is becoming increasingly common in people under the age of 30. Unlike myocardial infarction, identifying the risk factors for stroke gets complicated since strokes come in a variety of forms. Reducing the burden of stroke requires the timely identification of modifiable risk factors such as diet, lifestyle, and comorbid conditions.

Estimating the risk based on the patient-specific risk factors, especially for the first stroke event, is a crucial component of primary care. To know more about the prevention and treatment of stroke, join us for an exclusive interview with renowned neurologist Dr. Arvind Sharma  on 1 st January 2023 at 6:00 PM IST. Save the date!