Corresponding with world stroke day on October 29th, 2024 our hospital team participated in the Mongar Dzongkhag Meolam Chenno event at the public grounds, focusing on raising awareness about stroke prevention and early treatment. This year’s theme, “Harnessing the Power of Sports to be Greater than Stroke,” emphasized the critical role of healthy lifestyle choices in reducing stroke risk.
Stroke remains a leading cause of mortality and morbidity in our country.
Face drooping
Arm weakness
Speech difficulties
Time to call emergency services
Prevention Tips:
Engage in regular exercise
Maintain a healthy diet
Schedule regular check-ups to monitor blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol levels
Screening Action: Early detection is vital! The importance of regular health screenings cannot be overstated.
At the event, attendees took advantage of free screenings to check their blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels—essential steps in stroke prevention.
