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Stroke is the third leading cause of death in Texas and the leading cause of serious long-team disability in adults. In 2009, about 400,000 Texas adults were diagnosed with stroke. The overall age-adjusted mortality rate for stroke in Texas declined significantly between 1999 and 2006. About 14% of Texas adults do not know to call 911 in the event of heart attack or stroke. Recognizing the sign and symptoms of stroke and calling 911 is critical in saving and reducing disability.

Prevalence of Stroke, Adults 18+— U.S & Texas, 1999- 2009

Prevalence of Stroke by Gender & Race, Adults 18+— Texas, 2009

Data Source: Texas Vital Statistics Unit, Center for Health Statistics, DSHS, 1999-2006

6 Year Average Age-Adjusted Mortality Rates for Stroke, Texas, 2001—2006

The Burden of Stroke in TexasThe Burden of Stroke in Texas Weihua Li, MD, MPH, MS, Jane Osmond, MPH, RRT, Cardiovascular Health & Wellness Program; Texas Department of State Health Services

Age-Adjusted Mortality Rates per 100,000, Stroke, Texas, 1999-2006

Data source: 2009 Texas Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, Center for Health Statistics, DSHS

Data source: 2005, 2009 Texas Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, Center for Health Statistics, DSHS

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Percentage of Adults Recognizing Stroke Signs & Symptoms, Texas, 2005 & 2009

For more information: CHW Program, Health Promotion Unit, DSHS,

www.dshs.state.tx.us/wellness/data

Data source: 2009 Texas Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, Center for Health Statistics, DSHS Data Source: Texas Vital Statistics Unit, Center for Health Statistics, DSHS, 1999-2006

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