Stroke Risk & Prevention

Call 911 Immediately

if you have sudden onset of any of these stroke symptoms!

• Asymmetry of the face
• Weakness or Numbness of one side of body
• Unsteady gait
• Trouble speaking
• Trouble understanding speech
• Headache
• Loss of balance or coordination
• Confusion or disorientation
• Problems with vision

Risk Factors

Risk factors for stroke include:

• Being overweight/obesity
• Lack of exercise/movement
• Sleep apnea
• High blood pressure
• High cholesterol

• Cardiovascular disease
• Diabetes
• Drug use
• Heavy drinking

REDUCE your RISK

• Talk to your doctor to find out how to manage stroke risk factors:
  • Maintain a healthy weight
  • Eat healthy food
  • Exercise regularly
  • Normalize blood pressure
  • Lower your cholesterol
  • Avoid stress
  • Manage your diabetes
  • Stop smoking
  • Drink in moderation

Closer to Home

• Rochester’s urban population: 38.2% Black and 18.3% Hispanic.
• @ 33% of Rochester residents live in poverty, associated with increased stroke severity at presentation.
• The county population over age 65 increased 13% from 2007-2017.