Stroke in India
High Prevalence
Approximately 1.8 million people in India suffer from brain stroke. Stroke is the second most common cause of death in India.
Low awareness
Less than one in four Indians are aware of brain stroke symptoms, found an Indian survey on the disorder.
Time is Brain
Stroke patients must present to hospital within 4.5 hours of symptom onset to be eligible for treatment which can restore the brains blood supply.
Unfortunately, many people present late because they don’t recognize the signs & symptoms of stroke.
Making India Stroke Aware is one of its kind campaign in India that aims to help educate the public about the symptoms of stroke and the importance of getting to the hospital quickly
The key messages of the campaign is about knowing the symptoms of stroke.
The BEFAST mnemonic helps people recognize the key signs of stroke and prompts people to call EMS immediately if they see any of the sign.
The BEFAST mnemonic helps people recognize the key signs of stroke and prompts people to call EMS immediately if they see any of the signs.
