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World Stroke Day 2023: Date, history, significance, theme and everything you need to know about this day..
World Stroke Day on October 29 aims to reduce the incidence and burden of strokes globally..
It is a day for healthcare professionals, organizations, and communities to come together and educate the public about the signs, symptoms, and risk factors associated with strokes, with the ultimate goal of reducing the incidence and burden of this life-altering medical condition..
In order to develop a more persistent strategy for raising public awareness of important issues in stroke recognition, prevention, and treatment, WSO leadership switched from concentrating on a single awareness day to a year-round campaign in 2009..
With biennial themes that aim to raise awareness of important topics in stroke prevention and treatment, World Stroke Day continues to serve as a focal point for the campaign..
