A recent study highlights the increased risk of unexplained strokes in young adults who smoke, particularly among heavy smokers. Individuals under 50, especially males and those aged 45 to 49, face significantly higher risks of experiencing a stroke with no known cause, often referred to as cryptogenic strokes. The study found that smoking doubles the risk, with heavy smokers facing even greater dangers.
The findings, published in Neurology, underscore the urgent need for stronger public health efforts to reduce smoking, especially in younger populations, to prevent strokes and other cardiovascular diseases. Researchers revealed that smokers, particularly those consuming 20 or more packs per year, face up to seven times the stroke risk, further emphasizing the dangerous long-term effects of smoking on heart and brain health.
Experts urge young adults to quit smoking to reduce their likelihood of stroke and prevent the accumulation of other health issues like high blood pressure and heart disease.
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