New Delhi.

In observance of Stroke Awareness Month, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi, organised the Apollo Stroke Awareness Programme (ASAP), to promote awareness about stroke prevention, early recognition, and timely management.

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO, 2023) and the World Stroke Organisation (WSO), stroke is the second leading cause of death globally after ischemic heart disease. In India, it stands as the third leading cause of death, following heart disease and cancer, and remains a major cause of adult disability.

 The World Stroke Organisation observes October 29 as World Stroke Day, while the Indian Stroke Association dedicates October as Stroke Awareness Month to encourage prevention, early treatment, and rehabilitation.

Aligned with the World Stroke Day 2025 theme, “Every Minute Counts”, the Apollo Stroke Awareness Programme (ASAP) emphasised the urgency of recognising stroke symptoms and acting promptly (#ActFAST). School students, stroke survivors and caregivers attended the event.

Dr. Avinash Goswami, Neurology, guided participants on how to “Spot the Stroke,” highlighting the importance of early recognition.

Dr. Pushpendra Nath Renjen, Neurology, discussed early management approaches and key factors influencing recovery.

Dr. Seema Grover, Chief, Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, spoke on the vital role of post-stroke rehabilitation and introduced the hospital’s advanced Robotic Neuro-Rehabilitation Unit, designed to accelerate motor recovery.

Speakers underscored the role of youth engagement, empowering school students to become young ambassadors for stroke awareness, spreading vital knowledge about prevention, recognition, and emergency response within their communities.

Dr PN Renjen, Senior Consultant, Neurology, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, said, “Stroke is not just a medical emergency; it’s a race against time. Recognising the warning signs early and reaching a hospital immediately can mean the difference between recovery and lifelong disability.”

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Through such efforts, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals continues its commitment to building a healthier, more informed, and stroke-aware society.