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A stroke occurs when a part of the brain gets damaged due to interruption of its blood supply. The symptoms and signs of a stroke depend on the size and location of the damaged area. In a “transient ischemic attack (TIA),” the symptoms of stroke disappear completely within 24 hours.
Stroke Hub. A resource guide for stroke survivors, their loved ones and caregivers. Find out how to spot the warning signs and symptoms of a stroke. Learn how you can support patients in seeking treatment and recovery from stroke.
Singapore Stroke Registry Annual Report 2021. This report presents the trends on incidence, mortality, 30-day case fatality and risk factors of Singapore residents with stroke and treated in the public healthcare institutions in 2011 to 2021.
Jul 14, 2023 · Established in 2015, S3 is Singapore's first stroke-focused community rehabilitation and wellness agency dedicated to meeting the needs of post-stroke survivors and their caregivers across Singapore.
There are two main types of stroke – ischaemic stroke (IS) and haemorrhagic stroke (HS). IS occurs due to occlusion of blood vessels, which limits blood flow to the brain,
The common risk factors of stroke are hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, atrial fibrillation/flutter (AF), smoking and old age. The median age of Singapore residents rose from 37.4 years in 2010 to 41.5 years in 2020. 2. With Singapore’s rapidly ageing population, the incidence of stroke is expected to rise.
Rehabilitation benefits most patients with stroke, and plays a very important role in improving your loved one’s ability to perform their daily tasks, and also reduces post-stroke complications. Speak to your therapist to understand more about the rehabilitation potential and care options for your loved one.
