On December 24, 2023, Pan Xingming, deputy director of Ward 102 at Nanjing Zijin Hospital and a member of the Jiangsu Provincial Committee on Critical Care Oncology, was invited to appear on the Nanjing TV program “My University,” where he shared valuable insights on managing cerebrovascular diseases during the winter season with viewers.

Winter is a peak season for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. Cold weather can cause vasoconstriction, elevate blood pressure, slow blood flow, and increase blood viscosity, all of which significantly raise the risk of cerebrovascular events. During the program, Director Pan Xingming provided a detailed analysis and explanation of the prodromal symptoms and appropriate management strategies for cerebrovascular disorders.

Cerebrovascular disease is not an accidental occurrence; rather, it is an inevitable outcome of prolonged exposure to adverse risk factors. During the program, Director Pan Xingming provided a detailed explanation of how to prevent cerebrovascular diseases in winter and how patients can undertake rehabilitation training.

As the pace of life accelerates, young people face mounting work-related stress and frequent late nights, leading to a gradual trend of cerebrovascular diseases affecting younger individuals. During the program, Director Pan noted that the hospital has recently treated a significant number of young patients with cerebrovascular conditions.

According to statistics, cerebrovascular disease is the leading cause of death in China, with an acute onset and high mortality and disability rates. Preventing cerebrovascular disease requires sustained, long-term effort. As the primary stewards of our own health, we should cultivate healthy lifestyle habits, maintain self-discipline, and stay away from cerebrovascular diseases.