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World Stroke Day observed on 29th October 2024
World Stroke Day was observed on Tuesday 29th October 2024 across the globe.
Stroke is a disease that affects arteries that lead to and within the brain. A stroke occurs when a blood vessel carrying nutrients and oxygen to the brain is either ruptured or blocked by a clot.
Stroke has been and continues to be a widespread disease worldwide, it is currently the single largest cause of disability and the second largest cause of death globally.
