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Stroke risk in younger age groups is increasing and requires targeted prevention

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: While global stroke incidence has reduced considerably in recent years, a new study suggests that stroke risk may be increasing among younger age groups. Worryingly, the main drivers are well-established risk factors with effective treatments, but new risks are emerging. Development of more accurate risk algorithms and novel targeted prevention programmes are needed to reduce this risk.

Source: PLoS Medicine

DOI: 10.1371/journal.pmed.1005232

Authors: Iain J. Marshall, Charles D. A. Wolfe, Matthew D. L. O‘Connell

Institution: King's College London

Language: English

Topic: Acute Ischemic Stroke Management

Subfield: Epidemiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $6,460