Maritime Hashtag Minute – Sunday 3rd November 2024

Each week, Ben Hopkinson looks back at what’s happened the past 7 days and what was trending on Twitter with the Maritime Hashtag Minute. This week’s #MaritimeHashtagMinute was #WorldStrokeDay, which occurs every year on 29^th October – this year being on Tuesday. It provides an annual focal point for stroke awareness activity, and this year highlighted the importance of stroke prevention and encouraging us all to take steps to be Greater Than stroke.

. View the Tweets below:

It’s #WorldStrokeDay.

Most common sign of a #stroke is sudden weakness of the face, arm, or leg, often on one side of the body.

Other symptoms include dizziness, loss of balance and sudden difficulty speaking, seeing or walking.

If you or someone you know experiences these… pic.twitter.com/Bot8kl6vfb

— World Health Organization (WHO) (@WHO) October 29, 2024

Tuesday is #WorldStrokeDay.

You can limit your risk of stroke:

🚭🍺 Avoid tobacco and alcohol
🩺 Manage blood pressure, cholesterol & diabetes
🍎 Eat healthy foods
🚴 Exercise

More from @WHO: https://t.co/oiazt3VdHY pic.twitter.com/qkcBZ3iWGc

— United Nations (@UN) October 29, 2024

Could you spot the signs of a stroke?

Stroke is a medical emergency. Our Public Education Officer Emma explains why remembering F.A.S.T (Face, Arms, Speech, Time) is the best way to identify the most common signs and what to do ⬇️#WorldStrokeDay pic.twitter.com/bgx6TNwd6P

— London Ambulance Service (@Ldn_Ambulance) October 29, 2024

On #WorldStrokeDay, remember that strokes are largely preventable, and every second counts when one is happening. Recognizing the FAST symptoms of a stroke can save a life. #UseHeart for Action today — stay active, eat well, and check your blood pressure ❤️ pic.twitter.com/JhF99ATOJw

— World Heart Federation (@worldheartfed) October 29, 2024

Today marks #WorldStrokeDay, a chance to raise awareness about strokes, how they can be prevented, and the signs to look out for.

1 in 4 of us will experience a stroke in our lifetime. Strokes are also a leading cause of death and long-term disability in adults. pic.twitter.com/Cu8iWt0skc

— Natalie Don-Innes MSP (@NatalieDon_) October 29, 2024

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