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Heatstroke-induced strokes

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After a day of delivering goods in the scorching heat, 58-year-old Hoang experienced sudden facial drooping and weakness on one side of his body. Doctors diagnosed him with a stroke and provided emergency treatment within the "golden period".

The dangers of recurrent stroke

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Recurrent strokes are often more dangerous than initial strokes, carrying a higher risk of death and disability.

Why is heat stroke a risk during hot weather?

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Hot weather can lead to severe dehydration, cardiovascular strain, and thermoregulation disorders, increasing the risk of stroke.

Distinguishing between a heart attack and a stroke

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A heart attack is a myocardial infarction caused by a blocked coronary artery, while a stroke is brain damage caused by a lack of blood flow or bleeding.

Early stroke risk warning signs detectable through eye exams

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Eye exams are not just for people with vision problems, but also serve as a tool for overall health screening, especially for cardiovascular health and stroke risk.

Why does stroke cause cognitive decline?

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Sudden oxygen and nutrient deprivation damages brain cells, disrupting the brain's communication network and leading to cognitive decline.

How heat and low pressure impact health in northern Vietnam

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The combination of intense heat and low atmospheric pressure in northern Vietnam poses significant health risks, especially for the elderly and those with underlying health conditions.

Critical condition after fingertip pricking 'stroke treatment'

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A 52-year-old man fell critically ill after his wife pricked his fingertips to draw blood as a stroke treatment, a method she learned from social media.

20-year-old suffers cardiac arrest at the gym

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A young man collapsed while working out, suffering a cardiac arrest. He arrived at the hospital in critical condition and was saved by doctors using therapeutic hypothermia.

Near-fatal heart attack after two hours of chest pain

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A 48-year-old man was rushed to the hospital after experiencing chest pain radiating to his neck, accompanied by shortness of breath and distress. Doctors diagnosed him with an acute myocardial infarction.

When is high blood pressure dangerous?

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When systolic blood pressure is 135 mmHg or higher and diastolic blood pressure is 85 mmHg or higher, see a doctor, as it can lead to stroke, heart attack, kidney failure, and other serious conditions.

Why are obese individuals prone to heart attacks?

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Obese individuals often have high levels of visceral fat, which secretes inflammatory cytokines. These cytokines damage the lining of blood vessels, leading to the accumulation of bad cholesterol and the formation of plaque.

What checkups help prevent strokes?

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Strokes can be prevented through regular checkups, early detection, and effective management of risk factors like high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, high cholesterol, and atrial fibrillation.

The '2 Don'ts - 2 Dos' of Showering to Prevent Stroke

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Showering can disrupt the body's natural rhythms. Doctors recommend not pouring water directly on your head at the start of a shower to avoid health risks and prevent stroke.

Stroke vs. sudden cardiac arrest: understanding the difference

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Stroke and sudden cardiac arrest are both serious, life-threatening conditions. How can we differentiate between them for effective treatment and prevention? (Minh, 43, Hanoi)

Controlling 5 silent killers to prevent stroke and sudden death

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Experts warn of a growing trend of strokes occurring in younger people, largely due to underlying conditions that are often overlooked.

Sudden cardiac arrest: A threat even to the healthy

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Sudden cardiac arrest, caused by various factors including underlying heart conditions or complications from a stroke, is a silent threat even to those who appear healthy.