Cerebrovascular Session-The Association Between Residential Greenspace and Stroke

The Association Between Residential Greenspace and Stroke - Richard A. Rovin, MD, FAANS, FACS

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The video presentation entitled "The Association Between Residential Greenspace and Stroke" discusses the findings of a study conducted at Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee. The study investigated the relationship between green space and stroke risk. The researchers analyzed data from 5,870 patients, including stroke cases and non-stroke controls. They measured green space using the Normalized Difference in Vegetation Index (NDVI) and calculated walking distance to the nearest public park. They also considered socioeconomic status using the Area Deprivation Index (ADI). The results showed that as green space increased, the odds of stroke decreased. Living in the most disadvantaged neighborhoods was associated with a higher odds of stroke. NDVI was found to be an independent predictor of stroke risk, separate from ADI. These findings highlight the potential benefits of urban green space in improving health outcomes and should inform public policy decisions.

Keywords

Association Between Residential Greenspace and Stroke

Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center

Green space and stroke risk

Normalized Difference in Vegetation Index (NDVI)

Area Deprivation Index (ADI)