Latinos at Higher Risk of Stroke at Younger Ages

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The average age of a stroke in Latinos is 67 and 80 for non-Latinos, heightening their risk of severe disabilities, according to the The Northern Manhattan Stroke Study.

A stroke, or “brain attack,” occurs when an artery to the brain gets clogged or ruptures depriving a part(s) of the brain from blood flow and glucose. It can cause paralysis, problems with thinking and speaking, and emotional problems.

Doctors recommend exercising and leading an active lifestyle in order to reduce stroke risk.

That’s especially important for Latinos, who are about 70% obese. Obesity is the main factor in determining someones propensity to cardiovascular illnesses later in life, which is one of the main causes of strokes.

The average amount of excise recommended is 30 minutes a day, five days a week.

Other causes of strokes are:

• Smoking
• Atrial Fibrillation
• High Cholesterol

Stroke symptoms are often blurry vision, difficulty speaking or confusion, and weak / numb legs or arms.

Find out more about stroke here.