More than 600,000 Americans are expected to experience their first stroke this year — but up to 80% of these incidents may be preventable.
The American Stroke Association (ASA) issued updated advice on Monday urging health care workers to screen for stroke risk factors such as high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol, high blood sugar and obesity.
An 81-year-old patient undergoes testing to detect a stroke. Most stroke cases are preventable, according to the American Stroke Association. BSIP/Universal Images Group via Getty Images
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