Stroke risk in younger age groups is increasing and requires targeted prevention

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by Iain J. Marshall, Charles D. A. Wolfe, Matthew D. L.

O‘Connell While global stroke incidence has reduced considerably in recent years, a new study suggests that stroke risk may be increasing among younger age groups. Worryingly, the main drivers are well-established risk factors with effective treatments, but new risks are emerging. Development of more accurate risk algorithms and novel targeted prevention programmes are needed to reduce this risk. In this Perspective, Iain Marshall and colleagues discuss a new study that suggests…

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Primary source: PLOS Medicine · August 26, 2026

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