With the purpose of raising awareness about the effects and challenges of strokes, Hospital El Pilar has joined the «Greater Than Stroke Challenge»an initiative that invites you to participate in physical, educational and dissemination activities about healthier lifestyles. Small decisions now can mean a big change in the future, start taking care of your body and mind with this inspiring challenge.
Greater Than Stroke Challenge activities in October 2024
A stroke is characterized by a blocked clot or thrombus, as well as when a blood vessel in the brain weakens and breaks, causing a stroke in the brain. This condition hinders the flow of blood and oxygen to important areas of the brain, which can be harmful to cells that begin to die and result in long-term damage such as disabilities. Here you will find information on how to detect the symptoms of a stroke.
El Pilar Hospital joins the commemoration of the World Stroke Day, which is celebrated every October 29an occasion to share knowledge that can help prevent and treat spills. This 2024, you have decided to be part of the Greater Than Stroke Challenge, an international campaign created by the World Stroke Organization which highlights the importance of physical activity to prevent some of the main causes of strokes.
Major risk factors that can increase your chances of suffering a stroke include conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, high cholesterol, obesity, and an unhealthy diet, among others. For this reason, the constant exercise It can be a very important tool in reducing the risk of a stroke.
Take care of your brain and that of your loved ones!
Join the Greater Than Stroke Challenge! It is a challenge that invites you to carry out physical activity throughout October 2024, with daily dynamics that you can exercise without investing financially. Some of the activities promoted by this initiative include running, hiking, walking, climbing, cycling, rowingamong others.
Those interested in being part of this campaign can register for free through Challenge Hound, a platform that you can access with an email and that will help you track your progress every day. It will also connect you with other Guatemalans who have accepted the challenge, providing a space to encourage participants to share their success stories and motivate each other to be part of virtual races.
The time has come to join a community of Guatemalans looking for a healthier lifestyle. Use the power of exercise to your advantage! Don’t forget to share this message with your loved ones as it could save their lives.
Personalized care with Hospital El Pilar in Guatemala
Through this campaign, Hospital El Pilar demonstrates its commitment to the health of Guatemalans, also offering professional services with a group of experts in the medical sector that adapt to the needs of each patient. Guarantee comprehensive and effective care for your entire family! You will learn more by entering elpilar.gt.
According to the World Stroke Organization, only 30 minutes of exercise 5 times a week can reduce your risk of having a stroke by up to 25%. This is a routine that you can divide according to your time availability, creating 10-minute spaces to do physical activity and contribute to your physical well-being.
Now the only thing left is to decide how to invest your effort and time, choose your favorite activity between swimming, doing yoga, cycling or simply taking a walk. Batteries then!
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