HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-084RESOLUTION NO. 11-084
A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING THE MONTH OF MAY
2011 AS "STROKE AWARENESS MONTH" IN ST. LUCIE
COUNTY, FLORIDA
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners ofSt. Lucie County, Florida, has made the following
determinations:
1. Stroke is an emergency and a brain attack, cutting off vital blood flow and oxygen to the
brain.
Florida:
2. In the United States, stroke is a leading cause of death, killing over 133,000 people each
year, and a leading cause of serious, long-term adult disability.
3. Ischemic stroke occurs when arteries are blocked by blood clots or by the gradual build-up
of plaque and other fatty deposits. About 87 percent of all strokes are Ischemic.
Hemorrhagic stroke occurs when a blood vessel in the brain breaks, leaking blood into the
brain. Hemorrhagic strokes account for thirteen percent of all strokes, yet are responsible
for more than thirty percent of all stroke deaths.
4. There are an estimated 7,000,000 stroke survivors in the U.S. over age 20.
5. Approximately 795,000 strokes will occur this year, one occurring every 40 seconds, and
taking a life approximately every four minutes.
6. Stroke can happen to anyone at any time, regardless of race, sex or age.
7. From 1997 to 2007, the annual stroke death rate fell approximately 34 percent, and the
actual number of deaths fell by 18 percent.
8. Approximately 55,000 more women than men have a stroke each year.
9. African Americans have almost twice the risk of first-ever stroke compared with whites.
10. Two million brain cells die every minute during stroke, increasing risk of permanent brain
damage, disability or death. Recognizing symptoms and acting FAST to get medical
attention can save a life and limit disabilities.
11. The prevalence of transient Ischemic Attacks (TIA - "mini strokes")increases with age. Up
to 40 percent of all people who suffer a TIA will go on to experience a stroke.
12. The estimated direct and indirect cost of stroke in the United States in 2010 is $73.7 billion.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of St. Lucie County,
1. This Board does hereby proclaim the month of May 2011, as "STROKE AWARENESS
MONTH" in St. Lucie County, Florida.
This Board does hereby encourage all residents and visitors in St. Lucie County to find ways
to improve personal health and wellness.
PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED this 3rd day of May 2011.
ATTEST:
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