Anyone – males, females, people of all ages and races – can have a stroke; however, certain risk factors can increase your stroke risk. Knowing those risk factors and working with your primary health care team to lower your risk can reduce your chance of having a stroke.
Remember: If your RED score is 3 or more, talk with your primary care doctor about how to manage your stroke risk.
Knowing the stroke risk factors can save your life. By living a healthier lifestyle and being pro-active, you can reduce your chance of having a stroke. Below you can view a side-by-side list of risk factors that CAN and CANNOT be controlled with medication and/or lifestyle changes.
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