Stroke

Each year, over 12 million people worldwide experience a stroke, and around half will die as a result. Almost two-thirds of stroke survivors leave hospital with short- or long-term disabilities that markedly affect their quality of life, such as impaired brain function, psychological issues or physical impairments.

Cardiovascular, renal and metabolic (CRM) conditions such as diabetes, obesity or chronic kidney disease are associated with an increased risk of stroke. Stroke is a leading cause of death in people living with end-stage kidney disease.

Following a stroke, it is important to be treated as quickly as possible to reduce the long-term impact. For every minute after a stroke, approximately 1.9 million brain cells can be lost permanently.

Stroke – Risk Factors and Symptoms

What you need to know

[F.A.S.T.](/content/human-health/crm-health/cardiovascular-health/stroke/fast-test "The FAST Test"/index.html)

F.A.S.T.

Do you recognize the symptoms of stroke?

[Our employee’s journey of resilience and stroke recovery](/content/human-health/crm-health/cardiovascular-health/stroke/one-day-two-lives-how-stroke-changed-horsts-life "One day, two lives: how a stroke changed Horst’s life"/index.html)

Our employee’s journey of resilience and stroke recovery

How quick action can make a significant difference in stroke recovery.

Other cardiovascular, renal and metabolic diseases

Kidney disease

Find out why it is crucial to test people at risk of chronic kidney disease and how preserving the kidneys protects the heart.

Metabolic diseases

Did you know that type 2 diabetes and obesity affect the metabolic system, and in turn, can impact other organs in the body?

Liver disease

Learn about metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), how it affects the liver and how it is associated with other CRM conditions.

Discover how and why having one CRM condition increases your risk of developing others.

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