October 29, 2025 4:54 PM
World Stroke Day: Govt calls for integrated approach combining traditional and modern healthcare
World Stroke Day, observed every year on October 29, aims to raise awareness about stroke, one of the world’s leading causes of death and long-term disability, and to promote timely intervention for prevention and treatment. Globally, stroke affects about 15 million people annually, leading to five million deaths and leaving another five million permanently disabled, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). In India too, stroke remains among the top causes of death and chronic disabi...