A stroke happens when blood supply to the brain is reduced or interrupted. There are mainly two types of strokes, ischemic stroke and hemorrhagic stroke. Ischemic stroke is caused due to the blockage of blood vessels while a hemorrhagic stroke occurs due to a rupture of the blood vessel causing a decrease of blood circulation to the brain.

As per the 2016 – Global Burden of Disease Study, only one-fourth of stroke patients reach a medical care center within six hours of suffering the symptoms. Distance from a hospital, contact with a local doctor, and low-threat perceptions of symptoms were mentioned as independent factors for delay in arrival. Hence, it is critical to raise mass awareness about the symptoms of a stroke.

The FAST (facial drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulties, and time to call emergency services) strategy is the best way to remember and identify strokes. Other symptoms include slurred speech/difficulty in speaking, weakness of limbs, deviation of angle of the mouth, headache, and unconsciousness.

Strokes can be identified easily through a CT scan. It is also more efficient when differentiating between an ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke when compared with an MRI scan. Quick identification and diagnosis ensures that the treatment can also start at the earliest. The best way to prevent strokes is by following a healthy lifestyle, such as controlling one’s blood sugar, blood pressure, and taking anti platelet medication.

Dr. Sanjeev Kanoria, Founder
Suasth Hospital,Navi Mumbai

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Navi-Mumbai, August 25^th, 2020: Suasth, a multi-speciality hospital in collaboration with Dr.Kanoria Institute of Advanced Holistic Healthcare provides world-class diagnostic services with cutting edge technology to the residents of Navi-Mumbai. Keeping in mind the current economic situation and need for general health check-ups, Suasth Hospital on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, has announced a discount of 30% on full-body health check-up from August 22^nd to September 2^nd 2020.

Amidst the pandemic, there has been a certain amount of fear among individuals to undergo regular health check-ups. Understanding the current COVID-19 situation at hand, Suasth hospital has a separate entrance and exit for all walk-ins and Non-COVID 19 patients and follows all the guidelines set by the Panvel Municipal Corporation (PMC). Due care is taken in terms of regular sanitization and fumigation of the premises, use of safety gear, PPE kits, check-ups of the staff, technician as per requirements, and giving importance to patient safety at all times.

With the vision to provide international standard services and advanced healthcare with compassion at affordable rates, Suasth Hospital has designed specific diagnostics services to cater to the patient care and requirements during this difficult period. Given the current pandemic, it is important for each individual to be safe and healthy with regular check-ups as that can help one to diagnose the problem at an early stage, followed by the right treatment and cure.

Dr.Vanita Mande, Official Spokesperson, Suasth Hospital says, “We are happy to provide our path lab facilities at discounted rates to the people of Navi-Mumbai during this difficult time and are announcing the same during the auspicious Ganesh Utsav festival. COVID-19 has changed life the way we knew it, and routine health-check-ups are no exception. Additionally, stress and anxiety have also increased various health issues and we as healthcare providers want to encourage everyone to stay healthy and fit.”

About Suasth Hospital: 

Suasth, a multi-speciality hospital in collaboration with Dr.Kanoria Institute of Advanced Holistic Healthcare is a 350-bed hospital located close to the upcoming International airport in Navi-Mumbai. Suasth provides international standard healthcare to patients of all age groups through partnering with some of the best healthcare providers. It provides patient-centric care through integration with more than 20 Specialty centres and various support care facilities. Our state of the art facility addresses specific healthcare needs of diverse communities.Aside from the ones listed above, Suasth’s specialties include Neurosurgery, Dermatology, Internal Medicine, Cosmetics & Plastics, Neurology, Gastroenterology, Pulmonary Medicine, CVTS, Surgical Oncology, General Surgery, Urology, Nephrology, Endocrinology, GI Surgery, Dermatologist and Infectious Diseases. For more information, please visit: https://suasth.com/

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