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Stroke
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Prevention Of Stroke
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| There are several contributing
factors to stroke. However, you can control these: |
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High blood pressure. |
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Diabetes mellitus. |
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High cholesterol. |
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Smoking. |
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Obesity. |
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Sedentary lifestyle. |
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| A BIG PART OF STROKE PREVENTION IS TO ADJUST THE WAY YOU LIVE YOUR LIFE. |
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| If you have high blood pressure and/or diabetes,
you must monitor your blood pressure and blood sugar regularly or
as prescribed by your doctor. Take your medications daily as prescribed. |
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| Diet control is an important method in the control
of high blood pressure, diabetes and high cholesterol levels. Ask
to speak to a dietician if you have not done so. |
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Food Pyramid can be used as a guide to taking a
balanced diet.
Regular exercise at least 3 times a week, with each session lasting
not less than 20 minutes. You should gradually increase the duration
and frequency eg. from 3 times a week to 5 times a week, each session
lasting from 20 minutes to 30 minutes. |
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| For information and updates on life after stroke,
you can be a member of the Singapore National Stroke Association.
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Singapore National Stroke Association
Tel: (65) 63584138
Email: sporensa@singnet.com.sg
Website: http://www.snsa.org.sg
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*Information provided is only a
guide. For more details,
please see a doctor. |
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