🧠The Rising Incidence of Young Stroke: Investigating Associations with Urban Lifestyle Factors💥

Stroke incidence among young Hongkongers has surged over 30% in twenty years. A stroke survivor around 30 years old, shares his journey in the programme, revealing how the "three highs" (high blood pressure, high cholesterol and high blood sugars) and poor dietary habits became silent stroke triggers. Dr. Gary Lau, Director of HKU Stroke, highlights the direct correlation between excessive sodium intake and hypertension-driven stroke risks. Their research shows 60% of young stroke patients present with hyperlipidemia, 60% with hypertension, and 20% with diabetes, urging early screening and risk management.

Prevention beats cure: Adopt a “3 low 1 high”(low-sodium, low-sugar, low-fat, high-fiber) today. Consider sodium-reduced salt alternatives to slash stroke risks - because health is the ultimate enabler of life's possibilities. ❤️

Archived programme available at:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uSKi_nJDbOs