24/05/2025
To put it VERY simply, Stroke is a sudden damage to a part the brain when blood supply is cut off, that leads to sudden weakness/paralysis of the limbs usually on one side of the body.
It’s time to debunk some common myths about stroke in Nigeria. Here’s what you really need to know:
✅You may believe STROKE is caused by a spiritual attack, but there is a medical explanation:
It happens when blood flow to the brain is blocked or when a blood vessel bursts—both medical emergencies.
✅ The real risk factors?
High blood pressure (hypertension), diabetes, smoking, lack of exercise, high cholesterol, and stress.
✅Yes, stroke happens suddenly—but it builds up quietly.
Most strokes are the result of long-standing, unmanaged health issues that could have been prevented or controlled. So, prior to having a stroke, the individual wasn’t actually healthy!
✅Recovery is possible—but only with the right support.
With the SIRE team of nurses, physiotherapists, doctors, and caregivers, stroke survivors can regain strength and live meaningful lives again.
Let’s replace fear with facts. And myths with medicine.
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