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Stroke Awareness Month: Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals Highlights Urgency of Early Recognition and Prompt Action

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Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals in New Delhi recently organized the Apollo Stroke Awareness Programme (ASAP) to raise awareness about stroke prevention, early recognition, and timely management. The programme was held on October 8, 2025, in observance of Stroke Awareness Month, which is dedicated to promoting prevention, early treatment, and rehabilitation. According to the World Health Organization (WHO, 2023) and the World Stroke Organization (WSO), stroke is the second leading cause of death globally after ischemic heart disease, and in India, it stands as the third leading cause of death.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Apollo Stroke Awareness Programme (ASAP) emphasized the urgent need for recognizing stroke symptoms and acting promptly, with the theme "Every Minute Counts".
  • Expert-led sessions provided valuable insights into stroke management and recovery, with participants learning how to "Spot the Stroke" and the importance of early recognition.
  • The hospital highlighted the role of youth engagement, empowering school students to become young ambassadors for stroke awareness and spreading vital knowledge about prevention, recognition, and emergency response.
  • Dr. PN Renjen, Senior Consultant, Neurology, stressed that "Stroke is not just a medical emergency; it's a race against time," and recognizing warning signs early can make a significant difference in recovery.
  • The programme showcased the hospital's advanced Robotic Neuro-Rehabilitation Unit designed to accelerate motor recovery after stroke.
  • Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals has been consistently ranked amongst the best 10 hospitals in India by The Week survey for the past few years.

Statistics:

  • Stroke is the second leading cause of death globally after ischemic heart disease (WHO, 2023).
  • In India, stroke is the third leading cause of death, following heart disease and cancer (WSO).
  • The programme witnessed the participation of nearly 170 attendees, including school students, stroke survivors, and caregivers.
  • The hospital has over 300 specialists and more than 700 operational beds.
  • Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals introduced the most sophisticated imaging technology to India with the introduction of 64 slice CT and 3 Tesla MRI.

Sources:

  • World Health Organization (WHO, 2023)
  • World Stroke Organization (WSO)
  • Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals
  • The Week survey
  • Hospital website and Twitter handle (@HospitalsApollo)
  • ANI press release ( SyndiGate Media Inc.)

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