Stroke Risk Factors
Stroke occurs when a blood clot blocks blood from getting to the brain or a blood vessel in the brain bursts.
Lifestyle and medical conditions affect whether a person is at risk for stroke. For example:
- Do you have high blood pressure or high cholesterol?
- Do you have diabetes?
- Have you been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation?
- Do you smoke?
- Are you overweight?
- Do you avoid exercise?
If you answered “yes” to one or more of these questions, you are at a greater risk for stroke and should look for ways to change your lifestyle and improve your overall health.
Learn more about stroke.
Learn more about stroke risk factors.
Learn more about high blood pressure and stroke.
Download our "Stroke Risk Factors" handout to print or send to a friend.
Our stroke team
Prevent a stroke
Take a Life Check to see if you're doing everything to avoid stroke.
Signs of a stroke
F – Face:
Ask the patient to smile. Does one side droop?
A – Arms:
Does one arm fall down when the patient holds both arms up?
S – Speech:
Is the patient’s speech slurred or garbled?
T – Time:
If you suspect stroke, time is critical. Call 911 immediately.
Classes and Events
Puget Sound Heart and Stroke Walk Oct 2012
Swedish Stroke/Telestroke Team page
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