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Yes, stroke becomes more common as we get older. As we age our blood vessels become less elastic, which may increase the chance of high blood pressure developing, so increasing the risk of stroke. You can minimise your chance of stroke by paying attention to risk factors such as high blood pressure, smoking, exercise, diet and alcohol intake.
