The study examines the prevalence of stroke in the United States from 2011 to 2022 using data from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS). Key findings include: - **Prevalence Increase**: The overall self-reported stroke prevalence increased by 7.8% from 2011-2013 to 2020-2022. - **Demographic Trends**: Increases were observed among adults aged 18-64, both males and females, non-Hispanic Black, non-Hispanic White, and Hispanic adults, as well as those with less than a college degree. - **Age-Specific Trends**: Stroke prevalence was higher among adults aged 65 and older, and among non-Hispanic American Indian or Alaska Native, non-Hispanic Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and Black adults. - **Geographical Trends**: Stroke prevalence decreased in the District of Columbia and increased in 10 states, with the largest increases in Ohio and Tennessee. - **Socioeconomic Factors**: Lower education levels were associated with higher stroke prevalence. - **Pandemic Impact**: No significant changes in stroke prevalence were observed during the COVID-19 pandemic compared to before. The study highlights the need for initiatives to promote knowledge of stroke signs and symptoms and to address disparities in stroke prevalence to improve prevention and treatment.The study examines the prevalence of stroke in the United States from 2011 to 2022 using data from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS). Key findings include: - **Prevalence Increase**: The overall self-reported stroke prevalence increased by 7.8% from 2011-2013 to 2020-2022. - **Demographic Trends**: Increases were observed among adults aged 18-64, both males and females, non-Hispanic Black, non-Hispanic White, and Hispanic adults, as well as those with less than a college degree. - **Age-Specific Trends**: Stroke prevalence was higher among adults aged 65 and older, and among non-Hispanic American Indian or Alaska Native, non-Hispanic Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and Black adults. - **Geographical Trends**: Stroke prevalence decreased in the District of Columbia and increased in 10 states, with the largest increases in Ohio and Tennessee. - **Socioeconomic Factors**: Lower education levels were associated with higher stroke prevalence. - **Pandemic Impact**: No significant changes in stroke prevalence were observed during the COVID-19 pandemic compared to before. The study highlights the need for initiatives to promote knowledge of stroke signs and symptoms and to address disparities in stroke prevalence to improve prevention and treatment.