Dhaka, Nov. 10 -- Nearly 80 percent of strokes can be prevented by adopting healthier lifestyles - through controlling high blood pressure, quitting smoking, maintaining a balanced diet, and staying physically active, according to medical experts.

They made the remarks at the International Stroke Conference 2025 held on Sunday at Bangladesh Medical University (BMU), marking a major milestone in advancing national awareness, prevention, and treatment of stroke.

Experts stressed the need for community-based initiatives and urged that stroke education be integrated into schools, workplaces, and even urban development plans.

Speakers said that the conference ushers in a new era for acute stroke care and the development of next-generation n...