The prevalence of strokes in the United States has been rising over the past decade, particularly among adults under 65. This increase comes despite the availability of medications and treatments to reduce risk factors. Factors contributing to this rise include a rise in cardiovascular risk factors among younger adults, including obesity and high blood pressure. There is also a link to the opioid epidemic, with hospitalizations for strokes related to opioid use increasing. Racial and ethnic disparities in stroke rates persist, with certain groups having higher prevalence. Greater awareness of stroke symptoms and disparities in treatment highlight the need for public health interventions to improve prevention and treatment.
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Stroke rates rising, especially in working-age adults, reversing gains
