The information is by no means exhaustive and should not substitute for a consultation with your health care provider. It is also not responsible for any misinformation that may appear herein. Ramani National Neuroscience Institute Stroke occurs when the blood supply to a party of the brain is interrupted, and that part of the brain dies. Stroke is Singapore s fourth leading cause of death, killing nearly 1700 people in Singapore every year. The number of people admitted every year to Singapore hospitals for stroke has been rising, and is likely to cross 10,000 by the year 2000.
Stroke strikes all races and all ages.
Those who survive their stroke are often disabled. But stroke affects not just the stroke victim, but also the family and loved ones. Fortunately, stroke is preventable. All rights reserved.