Wellness Corner

There are many different not-so-nice medical things that can happen to us as we age. Stroke is a common one. In order to avoid suffering from this problem, you may want to think about moving out to the country where the air is free of pollution. That's because studies are showing that the risk of stroke is increased even when the levels of pollution exposure are relatively low.

One study observed the situation in a specific town in Texas where there are petroleum plants that pollute the air. The levels of pollution are within the allotted guidelines as regulated by the state and are actually lower than in many other parts of the nation as a result of location and wind patterns there. Despite this, it was found that recent exposure to this pollution was relevant to the likelihood of experiencing a stroke.

The reality of our lives is that it's hard to get away from pollution. However, this is something to keep in mind if you're going to be making a move during your later years and want to know the safest places to live in terms of your ongoing health.

Question of the Day: What is causing the link between pollutants and strokes?

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