Worldwide every year October 29th is observed as “World Stroke Day” spearheaded by theWorld Stroke Organization with ongoing campaigns to raise awareness about key issues in stroke prevention, treatment and recovery said by Dr.P.VIJAYA Stroke Neurologist, Ankineedu stroke centre, Lalitha Hospital Guntur. This year theme is“ Join the MoveMent” to prevent stroke. 1 in 4 will have a stroke in their life time, but being active helps to reduce the stroke risk. That’s why we are asking people to join the movement and be a part of the World’s biggest Dance chain on World Stroke Day Oct 29th.

How you can Join the MoveMent

Step 1 Show us your funkiest moves! Put together a dance sequence with four dance moves. You can use your own, draw on your local dance culture, or use our campaign signature moves to get you going.

Step 2 Video your dance routine on your mobile phone.

Step 3 Share your dance video on social media tagging three friends with this message. 'I took the @WStrokeCampaign dance challenge to raise awareness of stroke and prevention. Over to you @_________ @__________ @________ Start your dance with my last move, add three of your own and tag 3 friends when you share! #1in4 #JoinTheMovement www.worldstrokecampaign.org

Step 4 Keep it going! On the eve of World Stroke Day Lalitha Hospital, Guntur is conducting awareness campaign for General public, patients and care givers in the hospital premises as well as through social media. 1) First is to start dance chain as part of global event. 2) Educating public about risk factors of stroke, encourage use of online app Riskometer to assess individual risk. 3) Free counseling by Physician, Dietician, Rehab teamto prevent stroke and to get back normalcy after stroke.

STROKE or Brain attack happens when clot blocks the blood supply to the brain or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts causing death or significant disability. A stroke can happen to anyone, at anytime and anywhere. Today stroke is the leading cause of disability worldwide and second leading cause of death, but almost all strokes could be prevented. This year 15 million people will have a stroke, 5.5 million people will die as a result. 80 million people have survived stroke worldwide.

Stroke symptoms

A simple test to detect stroke symptoms is used worldwide called FAST

• F-Face (Face Drooping)
• A-Arm (Weakness of one Arm)
• S-Speech(Speech Difficulties)
• T-Time(Time to act fast)

Stroke Treatment –6 key facts about stroke treatment

• Early recognition makes a big difference:-Knowing the signs of stroke and getting treatment quickly saves lives and improves recovery.
• There are many effective treatments for stroke if patients can reach the stroke ready hospital in time.
• Clot-busting drugs (tPA or thrombolysis)
• Clot retrieval treatmentfor large vessel strokes
• Good Rehabilitation can reduce the stroke disability to great extent
• Learn to prevent stroke,one in four survivors will have another stroke.They need to take regular treatment lifelong.

Prevention of Stroke

Atleast8 out of 10 strokes can be prevented if they follow these 8 steps.

Prevention of Stroke

• Control High Blood pressure
• Do moderate exercise 5 times a week
• Eat healthy, balanced Diet
• Reduce your cholesterol
• Stop smoking
• Reduce alcohol intake
• Identify and treat Atrial fibrillation
• Diabetes control

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WORLD STROKE DAY 2013 ACTIVITIES

On the eve of World Stroke Day 2013, series of activities performed during stroke awareness week from Oct 23-Oct-2011 to 29-Oct-2011 by Dr.P.Vijaya MD.,DM., Neurologist, Ankineedu stroke center, Lalitha Super Specialities Hospital, Guntur, India.

Oct 23rd - Free Stroke risk screening desk maintained from Oct 23 to Oct 29 in the premises of Lalitha Super Specialties hospital. 650 people were screened and stroke risk score was assessed and advise given for primary prevention of stroke. Pamphlets were distributed, Posters displayed, Interviews given to media.

Oct 26th – Stroke Awareness program was conducted by Dr. Vijaya for Pensioners and Senior citizens at Pensioners Home, Taluka Office, Guntur. Explained the Risk Factors, Stroke symptoms and Prevention of stroke through PPT presentation. Program was followed by Free Stroke Medical Camp includes consultation, ECG, Blood sugars, Medicines, Physiotherapy and dietary advices. About 200 Senior citizens were participated.

Oct 27th – Free Stroke Medical Camp conducted for general public at Lalitha Super Specialities Hospital premises from 9Am to 5Pm. This includes Free neurology consultation, Free Investigations like ECG, ECHO, Blood sugars and CT brain ) Medicines, Physiotherapy, Dietary and life style advices.

Oct 28th – Training given by Dr.P.Vijaya on “Stroke alert” for Para Medical Staff.

On 29th - Stroke awareness program was held at Lalitha Super Specialities Hospital premises with patients, care givers and general public with distribution of pamphlets and PPT presentation on “Life after Stroke”. Followed by interactive session several patients shared their experience about their stroke and encouraged people to adapt preventive measures and healthy life style. All the stroke patients had given free consultation and advice regarding secondary prophylaxis, physiotherapy and life style modification. All the faculty members and Junior doctors wore stroke wrist band took oath to fight stroke.

WORLD STROKE DAY 2012 ACTIVITIES

On the eve of World Stroke Day 2012, In Ankineedu stroke center, Lalitha super specialties hospital has conducted several programs.

Programme will be as follows

• Free Stroke screening desk is maintained from Oct 27th to Oct 29
• Stroke awareness program for General public was conducted by Dr.P.Vijaya about Stroke recognition, prevention and management at Lalitha hospital premises.
• Educated the Village health workers about Stroke symptoms, First Aid in stroke and Precautions to be taken while transporting.
• Stroke team members of Ankineedu Stroke Center discussed the Clinical pathways for the treatment of stroke patients.

WORLD STROKE DAY 2011 ACTIVITIES

On the eve of World Stroke Day 2011, series of activities performed during stroke awareness week from Oct 23-Oct-2011 to 30-Oct-2011 by Ankineedu stroke center, Lalitha Hospital, Guntur.

Oct 23rd - Free Stroke risk screening desk maintained from Oct 23 to Oct 29 in the premises of Lalitha Super Specialties hospital. 650 people were screened and stroke risk score was assessed and advise given for primary prevention of stroke.

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Oct 24th - Helium Giant Balloon Launched – spreading the message, “Stroke is Preventable”

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Oct 25th – Conducted CME Programme on Stroke Prevention

Oct 27th - Stroke Volunteer 2nd annual meeting held in collaboration with Indian red cross society, Guntur Dist Branch and National Cadet Corps at Hindu college, Guntur. Where students from Medical, Pharmacy, B.Ed Colleges, BSc Nursing colleges and Medical Rep’s Association participated actively and heard PPT presentation and important aspects of stroke. About 500 people registered themselves as “Stroke Volunteers” and pledged to spread stroke information by wearing badges.

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Oct 28th - Interview was given to the Press and Electronic Media by Dr.P.Vijaya. “One in Six” slogan explained. The risk factors, preventive aspects were stressed and stroke symptoms recognition was detailed including FAST test. The interview was relayed in all TV channels and given wide publicity in Telugu and English news papers. Unique Stroke smart card was released on behalf of media by Stroke patient. This Smart Card will provide 24 hrs stroke help line, free ambulance services within Guntur city as part of the clinical services. Also Free online consultation via email- strokeabc@gmail.com made available for stroke related queries. On

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On 29th stroke awareness program was held at Lalitha Super Specialities Hospital premises with patients, care givers and general public with distribution of pamphlets and PPT presentation and gave the message that “Just to control Hypertension will stop half of the strokes”. In interactive session several patients shared their experience about their stroke and encouraged people to adapt preventive measures and healthy life style. All the stroke patients had given free consultation and advice regarding secondary prophylaxis, physiotherapy and life style modification.

On same day evening, a live interaction program on Stroke by Dr.P.Vijaya for 1hour involving questions and answers on Siti Cable (Local Cable network covering the Guntur District).

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Oct 30th - Free Stroke Medical Camp conducted at Lalitha Hospital premises. This included Free Neurology consultation, Free Investigations including CT brain, ECG, Blood sugar etc., Free Medicines, Physiotherapy, Dietician and life style advices to prevent stroke.

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Oct 25th - Interview was given to the Press and Electronic Media by Dr.P.Vijaya. there were 10 news paper reporters and 6 TV channel personnel attended. “One in Six” slogan was explained. The risk factors, preventive aspects were stressed and stroke symptoms recognition was detailed including FAST test. The interview was relayed in all Local and National TV channels and given wide publicity in Telugu and English news papers.

Oct 26th – 29th free stroke risk screening desk is maintained in the premises of Lalitha Super Specialities Hospital from 9AM to 5PM. About 1000 people were screened with risk charts and advised about prevention.

On Oct’ 27th A Unique concept of “Stroke volunteer Network” program was inaugurated in collaboration with the “Indian Red Cross Society” , Guntur District Branch where students from Medical, Dental, Pharmacy, B.Ed Colleges, BSc Nursing colleges and Medical Rep’s Association participated actively and heard PPT presentation and important aspects of stroke. About 500 people registered themselves as “Stroke Volunteers” and pledged to spread stroke information by wearing badges and distributing Pocket cards for the next 3 days. It is also planned to build up stroke volunteer data bank with regular SMS alerts and for conduct meetings and continue the campaign through out the year.

On Oct’ 28th meeting was held with executive body and members of The Guntur district Retired Officials Association. Talk on stroke awareness was given by Dr.P.Vijaya followed by Interactive session. A free screening camp is also done including BP, blood sugar and ECG test. Stroke risk score was calculated and advise accordingly. A total of 300 senior citizens were screened and 150 people were enrolled in the Stroke Volunteer Network.

On World Stroke Day - Oct’ 29th stroke awareness program was held at Lalitha Super Specialities Hospital premises with patients, care givers and general public with distribution of pamphlets and PPT presentation and gave the message that “Just to control Hypertension will stop half of the strokes”. In interactive session where 300 people participated, several patients shared their experiences about their stroke and encouraged people to adapt preventive measures and healthy life style. All the stroke patients had given free consultation and advice regarding secondary prophylaxis, physiotherapy and life style modification. Free BP check up for general public was done to detect the silent hypertension. Patient with cardiac condition IHD and Valvular Heart diseases were screened free and ECG will take to detect Atrial Fibrillation.

On same day evening, a live interaction program was telecast in the Siti Cable TV network by Dr.P.Vijaya on Stroke for 1 hour involving questions and answers. The target audience included more than 5 lakh people and it was a huge success. Stroke awareness program was also held at Temple and at LIC office with general public, NGO’s, LIC employees, Medical representatives with distribution of pamphlets and PPT presentation.

In addition, Ankineedu stroke center do every day patient education to the OPD patients and those admitted with stroke and their first degree relatives and care takers. Monthly SMS alerts about stroke prevention sent via to the stroke volunteers to their contacts.