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Only 41%of respondents were aware of their increased risk for stroke (including less than one half of patients with previous minor stroke). Approximately 74%of patients who recalled being told of their increased stroke risk by a physician acknowledged this risk in comparison with 28%of patients who did not recall being informed by a physician.Younger patients,depressed patients,those in poor current health,and those with risk of TIA were most likely to be aware of their stroke risk.Over one half of patients at increased risk of stroke are unaware of their risk. Healthcare providers play a crucial role in communicating information about risk,and successful communication encourages adoption of stroke prevention practices.Educational messages should be targeted towards patients least likely to be aware of their risk. |
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