Harlem study reveals lack of stroke literacy
Thursday, December 10, 2009
By: Joshua Z. Willey MD, MS

Neurology

Stroke literacy in Central Harlem. A high-risk stroke population

Background: Awareness of stroke warning symptoms and risk factors(stroke literacy), as well as knowledge of available treatment options, may be poor in high-risk populations. We sought to evaluate stroke literacy among residents of Central Harlem, a predominantly African-American population, in a cross-sectional study.

Conclusion: Significant deficiencies in stroke literacy exist in this high-risk population, especially when compared with national means. Culturally tailored and sustainable educational campaigns should be tested in high-risk populations as part of stroke public health initiatives.

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