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Stroke rates in adults aged 20 to 54 have almost doubled over nearly three decades.
The increase was mostly due to a jump in the number of ischemic strokes.
Doctors have a few theories on what’s fueling the increase—and how you can protect yourself.
Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and disability in the U.S., making prevention strategies crucial. But while many people associate strokes with older adults, startling new research suggests that younger adults are experiencing more strokes—and the rate is increasing rapidly.
The new study, which was published in the journal Neurology , analyzed data on strokes in the…
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