Journey Through Adversity: Stroke Care Realities in Pakistan
By: Fizza Javed: Alumna of the National University of Medical Sciences (NUMS) with a Bachelor`s degree in Public health. Fizza Javed is a member of the Media Team for the NGO "We Make a Difference” (WMD) Noor-ul-Ain Shah: Graduated with a degree in BS in Public Health from National University of Medical Sciences (NUMS) Introduction: Did you know that stroke, despite its silent nature, ranks as the second-leading cause of death worldwide and the third-leading cause of death and disability combined? This insidious non-communicable disease wreaks havoc, particularly in populous nations like Pakistan. With an estimated population of 225 million and an annual stroke incidence rate of 250 per 100,000, the magnitude of this issue cannot be overstated. Yet, amidst the absence of comprehensive epidemiological studies, the true toll of stroke on Pakistani lives remains shrouded in mystery. In a country with a median age of 22.5 years, the implications for public health and well-being are ...