What is a stroke? (뇌졸증이란?)

New guidelines have been issued in the United States for preventing stroke – the nation’s 4th biggest killer. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says that in 2023, stroke was the fourth leading cause of death in the United States.

An estimated half a million people suffer strokes in the U.S. each year. But the CDC notes that up to 80 percent of strokes could be prevented with better nutrition and exercise, along with improved risk identification.

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2024.12.03

What is a stroke?

A stroke happens when blood flow to part of the brain is blocked or if a blood vessel in the brain breaks open, or bursts. The event keeps oxygen from getting to the brain. This can result in the person having difficulty thinking, talking and walking. In some cases, a stroke can even cause death.

Stroke is a major health problem across the world. On its website, the World Stroke Organization says the condition is a leading cause of death and disability worldwide.

Over 100 million people worldwide have suffered a stroke. It is estimated that 25 percent of adults over 25 will have a stroke during their lifetime. The new guidelines on stroke prevention came from the American Stroke Association.

They are the first to be issued in 10 years. The advice includes suggestions for people and doctors and are based on improved information about who has strokes and why.

The guidelines also include new drugs that can help reduce risk. Health researchers say the best way to reduce the risk of stroke is the same as reducing risks for many other conditions.

These include eating a healthy diet, moving the body often and not smoking. Here is what to know about stroke and the newly issued

guidelines: Eating healthy can reduce stroke risk Experts say eating healthy can help control possible stroke risks.

The goal is to prevent or reduce high cholesterol, high blood sugar and obesity, the condition of being extremely overweight. The advice urges people to choose foods in the so-called Mediterranean diet.

These include fruits, vegetables, whole grains and olive oil. Eating these foods can help keep cholesterol levels down. Red meat should be limited, along with saturated fats. Additional protein can come from beans, nuts, poultry and seafood.

Highly processed foods and drinks with a lot of added sugar should also be avoided. Moving your body can help prevent strokes Getting up and walking around for at least 10 minutes a day can greatly reduce a person’s stroke risk, said Dr. Cheryl Bushnell.

She is a neurologist at Wake Forest University School of Medicine in North Carolina. Bushnell was part of the group that came up with the new guidelines. She said regular exercise can help reduce blood pressure, a major risk factor for stroke.

However, health experts say more movement is better.

The stroke association suggests at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic or 75 minutes of vigorous exercise activity every week. Such exercise could include going to the gym, taking a walk or running.

People can also use exercise machines at home, dance or play a sport. New tools to reduce obesity, a risk factor for stroke The guidelines include a new group of drugs that have been proven to help people lose weight.

The drugs – designed for people with obesity or diabetes – had not been approved when past guidelines were issued.

But the advice now suggests doctors consider these drugs for patients at risk for stroke. These include versions sold under the names Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound,. The new guidelines also help doctors identify people who might be at higher risk for stroke.

For the first time, the advice suggests doctors screen patients for other risk factors. They could include gender or non-medical factors such as economic issues or the availability of quality health care.

The new guidelines also suggest that doctors screen for conditions that may increase a woman’s risk for stroke. These could include high blood pressure during pregnancy or early menopause.

How do I know if I’m having a stroke and what do I do? Three of the most common stroke signs include face weakness, arm weakness and difficulty speaking.

Also, time is important when a person suffers a stroke. Brain damage can happen quickly, but it can be limited if a stroke is treated quickly. Stroke experts have created an acronym to help people remember.

FAST -

F for face,

A for arm,

S for speech, and

T for time.

If you think you or a loved one may be having a stroke, call the emergency response number in your area immediately. And that’s the Health & Lifestyle report.

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미국에서 발병률이 높은 질환 중 네 번째로 꼽히는 뇌졸중 예방을 위한 새로운 지침이 발표되었습니다.

미국 질병통제예방센터(CDC)에 따르면 2023년 기준 뇌졸중은 미국에서 네 번째로 높은 사망 원인이었습니다. 매년 약 50만 명이 뇌졸중을 겪으며, CDC는 이 중 최대 80%가 더 나은 영양 섭취와 운동, 그리고 위험 요인 식별을 통해 예방할 수 있다고 언급했습니다.

뇌졸중이란 무엇인가요?

뇌졸중은 뇌의 일부로 가는 혈류가 차단되거나 뇌 내 혈관이 터져 산소 공급이 차단될 때 발생합니다. 이는 사고, 언어, 보행 능력에 장애를 일으킬 수 있으며, 심한 경우 사망에 이를 수 있습니다.

뇌졸중은 전 세계적으로 주요한 건강 문제로, 세계뇌졸중기구(World Stroke Organization)에 따르면 뇌졸중은 전 세계 사망과 장애의 주요 원인 중 하나입니다. 1억 명 이상의 사람들이 뇌졸중을 경험했으며, 25세 이상 성인의 25%가 평생 동안 뇌졸중을 겪을 것으로 추산됩니다.

새로운 뇌졸중 예방 지침

미국 뇌졸중협회(American Stroke Association)에서 10년 만에 발표한 이번 지침은 환자와 의사를 대상으로 하며, 뇌졸중 발생 요인과 환자 정보에 기반한 최신 연구 결과를 반영하고 있습니다. 지침에는 위험을 줄일 수 있는 새로운 약물도 포함되어 있습니다.

건강 연구자들은 뇌졸중 예방 방법이 다른 많은 질환 예방 방법과 비슷하다고 강조합니다. 건강한 식습관, 규칙적인 운동, 금연이 주요 방법입니다.

건강한 식단이 뇌졸중 위험을 낮춘다

전문가들은 건강한 식단이 뇌졸중 위험 요소를 통제하는 데 도움이 된다고 말합니다. 목표는 높은 콜레스테롤, 고혈당, 비만을 예방하거나 줄이는 것입니다.

권장되는 식단은 지중해식 식단으로, 과일, 채소, 통곡물, 올리브 오일을 포함합니다. 이러한 식품은 콜레스테롤 수치를 낮추는 데 효과적입니다.

반면, 붉은 고기와 포화지방 섭취는 제한해야 합니다. 단백질은 콩류, 견과류, 가금류, 해산물 등에서 섭취하는 것이 좋습니다. 고도로 가공된 식품이나 설탕이 많이 함유된 음료는 피해야 합니다.

신체 활동이 뇌졸중 예방에 도움을 준다

하루에 10분 이상 걸어 다니는 것만으로도 뇌졸중 위험을 크게 줄일 수 있습니다. 노스캐롤라이나 주 웨이크 포레스트 의과대학의 신경학자 Cheryl Bushnell 박사는 규칙적인 운동이 혈압을 낮추는 데 도움이 된다고 밝혔습니다. 혈압은 뇌졸중의 주요 위험 요인입니다.