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Strokes : A few statistics
20,000 strokes
In the province of Quebec, about 20,000 people suffer a stroke each year. In the Quebec-Chaudières-Appalaches area, approximately 20,000 people live with stroke-associated disabilities.
65% of people
65% of people living in the community live with stroke-associated disabilities requiring the assistance of another person for their everyday activities (for example, getting around, financial management and housekeeping).
50% of caregivers
Almost 50% of primary caregivers experience mental health issues in the year following a stroke of their spouse, parent or friend.
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