January 12, 2021

Excess Cerebrovascular Mortality in the United States During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Category: Article Summary

Topic: Public Health Policy and Practice

Keywords (Tags): mortality, report

During April 2020, 40 states and New York City experienced fewer stroke-related emergency calls and an excess cerebrovascular mortality during April 2020. Decreased stroke-related emergency calls were associated with excess stroke deaths 1-2 weeks later. Among 23 states and New York City, a 10% increase in time spent at home was associated with a 4% increase in stroke deaths after adjusting for COVID-19 deaths.

Sharma et al. (Jan 12, 2021). Excess Cerebrovascular Mortality in the United States During the COVID-19 Pandemic. Stroke. https://doi.org/10.1161/STROKEAHA.120.031975