American Stroke Association updates guidelines for stroke prevention, focusing on risk factor management.

The American Stroke Association has updated its guidelines for stroke prevention, aiming to reduce the 600,000 first-time strokes expected this year in the U.S. The new recommendations emphasize managing risk factors like obesity and high blood pressure, along with addressing social determinants of health. They also highlight the benefits of certain diabetes medications in lowering stroke risk and include specific advice for women. Prompt recognition of stroke signs is encouraged.

October 28, 2024
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