Knowing stroke risk factors and making positive changes to your lifestyle habits can greatly reduce your risk of stroke.

Risk factors listed on the National Stroke Association website include:

Controllable stroke risk factors:

• High Blood Pressure
• Atrial Fibrillation
• High Cholesterol
• Diabetes
• Atherosclerosis
• Tobacco Use and Smoking
• Alcohol Use
• Physical Inactivity
• Obesity

Uncontrollable stroke risk factors:

• Age
• Gender
• Race
• Family History
• Previous Stroke or TIA
• Fibromuscular Dysplasia
• Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO or Hole in the Heart)

If any of these stroke risk factors fit you, talk to your doctor. To find an OhioHealth doctor, use our Find a Doctor directory.