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Why stroke incidence is rising in younger persons with neurologist Dr. Jordan Taylor from U of M Health-West(11-24-24)
Published 1 year, 5 months ago
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On this episode, host Phil Tower speaks with Dr. Jordan Taylor, D.O., a UM Health-West neurologist. Dr. Taylor joined us to discuss the importance of stroke prevention and awareness, as we recently marked October 29th as World Stroke Day.
As an expert on strokes and stroke prevention, Dr. Taylor joined us to discuss stroke prevention, trends, and treatment innovations.
We know that strokes are a leading cause of disability and death: Stroke rates are steady for adults 65+ but rising in younger groups, specifically for persons 45 to 64 years: Stroke rates are up nearly 16%, and for persons 18 to 44 years: Stroke rates up almost 15%
Some contributing factors: Obesity, high blood pressure, opioid use, and cigarette smoking.
WARNING SIGNS – BE FAST:
Balance – Sudden loss of balance or coordination
Eyes – Sudden vision changes in one or both eyes
Face – Drooping or numbness on one side of the face
Arms – Weakness or numbness in one arm
Speech – Slurred speech or difficulty speaking
Time – Time to call 911 immediately
More online: U of M Health West
Topics addressed: stroke awareness, stroke warning sounds, stroke symptoms, High blood pressure, obesity, smoking, and stroke.
As an expert on strokes and stroke prevention, Dr. Taylor joined us to discuss stroke prevention, trends, and treatment innovations.
We know that strokes are a leading cause of disability and death: Stroke rates are steady for adults 65+ but rising in younger groups, specifically for persons 45 to 64 years: Stroke rates are up nearly 16%, and for persons 18 to 44 years: Stroke rates up almost 15%
Some contributing factors: Obesity, high blood pressure, opioid use, and cigarette smoking.
WARNING SIGNS – BE FAST:
Balance – Sudden loss of balance or coordination
Eyes – Sudden vision changes in one or both eyes
Face – Drooping or numbness on one side of the face
Arms – Weakness or numbness in one arm
Speech – Slurred speech or difficulty speaking
Time – Time to call 911 immediately
More online: U of M Health West
Topics addressed: stroke awareness, stroke warning sounds, stroke symptoms, High blood pressure, obesity, smoking, and stroke.