Over the last decade, the lifetime risk of stroke for people aged 25 and over has increased from 1 in 6 to 1 in 4. Yet, 90% of strokes are associated with modifiable and preventable risk factors. This year's campaign focuses on exercise as a method of prevention. That's why the World Stroke Organization (WSO) is calling everyone to #JointheMovement and be a part of the world's biggest dance chain on #WorldStrokeDay.
Stroke - what are the facts?
According to the Global Burden of Disease Study (2016) "stroke has become the second leading cause of disability and death worldwide, with 80 million stroke survivors [1]". Yet, 90% of strokes are associated with modifiable risk factors from physical inactivity, hypertension, smoking, and an unhealthy diet.
Our latest policy brief on stroke and NCDs [2] explores the impact of stroke in society, highlighting the need for awareness on how to prevent and treat stroke before, during and after its occurrence.
#WorldStrokeDay, 29 October
Last year, the campaign message focused on risk and prevention, with a core message of #DontBeTheOne. This year, it's about being active to help prevent and reduce our risk from stroke. We've joined the world's biggest dance chain [3] ahead of 29 October, to show why it's so important to be active.
To support virtual and offline awareness activities, a range of communication resources have been developed [4]. [5] You can also find a range of posters, social media posts, videos to infographics to help!
Did you know #1in4 adults will have a #stroke in their lifetime? On #WorldStrokeDay #JointheMovement. Together we can #ActOnNCDs to #beatNCDs. https://world-stroke.org/world-stroke-day-campaign [6]
