In Iran, 150 out of every 100,000 people suffer a stroke annually, a rate 1.5 times higher than the global average, according to Ehsan Sharifpour, Secretary of the Stroke Control Association in Iran, Report informs via Fars News Agency.
Sharifpour emphasized the severity of the issue, noting that one in five stroke victims dies from the condition. He also highlighted a significant age difference, stating that while the global average for stroke patients is 75–80 years old, in Iran, strokes occur at an earlier age, typically between 65 and 70.
Health experts warn that high blood pressure, uncontrolled diabetes, elevated blood lipid levels, obesity, and inactivity significantly increase stroke risk. Additionally, narcotic and tobacco use (especially hookah), air pollution, and chronic stress are contributing factors.
Dietary habits also play a role, with excessive consumption of salt, sugar, preserved foods, carbonated drinks, fast food, fried foods, and alcohol increasing the likelihood of strokes.
