'Stroke can cause 10 million deaths'

A new study published in Lancet Neurology journal warns that the number of stroke-related deaths globally could increase by 50% by 2050, reaching 9.7 million per year. The study emphasizes the urgent need for action to address this growing health and economic burden, particularly in lower and middle-income countries. The authors recommend improving stroke surveillance, prevention and acute care. It highlights the importance of meeting the World Health Organization's Sustainable Development Goal.

'Stroke can cause 10 million deaths'
A new study published in Lancet Neurology journal warns that the number of stroke-related deaths globally could increase by 50% by 2050, reaching 9.7 million per year. The study emphasizes the urgent need for action to address this growing health and economic burden, particularly in lower and middle-income countries. The authors recommend improving stroke surveillance, prevention and acute care. It highlights the importance of meeting the World Health Organization's Sustainable Development Goal.