In brief
Videos, infographics, key statistics, expert interviews… Find the latest news and key information on stroke here
Key figure
About 1 in 50 adults has had a stroke in the past 10 years, which amounts to more than one million people
Hospitalization
More than 112,000 patients are hospitalized for stroke each year
The disease
Stroke, a Disabling Condition
Strokes encompass a group of conditions characterized by the sudden onset of neurological deficits caused by vascular brain damage.
There are two main types of stroke:
ischemic strokes or cerebral infarcts (80% of strokes) resulting from the blockage of a...
What We Do
Strokes are a leading cause of non-traumatic motor disability and a significant risk factor for dependency. In this context, Santé publique France is tasked with monitoring and preventing strokes.
Comprehensive Surveillance of Strokes
Santé publique France has established a stroke surveillance...
Data
The stroke surveillance system established by Santé publique France makes it possible to study the epidemiological trends of this disease.
Publications
Here you will find the latest scientific publications related to the studies and research conducted by Santé publique France.
2 publications
enquêtes/études
Multiple occupational exposures to hazards affecting the cardiovascular system among employees in France in 2016–2017, based on the Sumer survey
In relation to
High blood pressure
thematic dossier
High blood pressure (HBP), defined as blood pressure that is too high, is the most common chronic condition in France and a major risk factor for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
Tobacco
thematic dossier
Despite a slight decrease compared to 2015, tobacco remains responsible for more than 68,000 premature deaths in 2023—accounting for 11% of total mortality—making it still the leading cause of...
Nutrition and Physical Activity
thematic dossier
Nutrition and physical activity are two major determinants of health that contribute to improving the health of the population and are key priorities in public health policy.
