Beyond the Vaccine: A Holistic Approach to Stroke Prevention
For years, public health campaigns have urged us to get annual flu vaccinations to avoid fever, body aches, and respiratory complications. But emerging research reveals a important, and perhaps life-saving, additional benefit: a reduced risk of stroke. A study published in the journal Stroke on October 17, 2024, demonstrated a clear correlation between flu vaccination and lower incidence of ischemic stroke, the most common type of stroke.