{"id":43897,"date":"2025-06-23T10:07:48","date_gmt":"2025-06-23T17:07:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/?p=43897"},"modified":"2025-07-02T21:23:10","modified_gmt":"2025-07-03T04:23:10","slug":"the-life-saving-impact-of-knowing-your-blood-type","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/articles\/health\/the-life-saving-impact-of-knowing-your-blood-type\/","title":{"rendered":"The Life-Saving Impact of Knowing Your Blood Type"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_fullwidth_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/womensvoice.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2025\/06\/WV_banner_bloodtype.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;Three middle aged men  jumping and very happy&#8221; title_text=&#8221;WV_banner_bloodtype&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Fullwidth Image&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; 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More recently, blood type has been added to this list, and it\u2019s suggested that certain blood types may increase our susceptibility to this potentially life-altering and deadly medical emergency.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Blood type is determined by the presence or absence of specific antigens on the surface of red blood cells. These antigens, A and B, dictate whether a person has type A, B, AB, or O blood. Researchers have long speculated that blood type may affect stroke risk because it influences clotting, blood flow, inflammation, endothelial function, and overall vascular health.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>To compound matters, stroke cases are rising at a faster rate in younger-to-middle-aged adults \u2013 and it\u2019s happening globally. Hailey Bieber recently shared that she had a mini-stroke at the young age of 25. Could it be the blood type that is contributing to this?<\/strong><\/p>\n<h5><b>WHAT YOUR BLOOD TYPE SAYS<\/b><\/h5>\n<p><strong>Blood type A.<\/strong> Several studies found that people with blood type A have a higher risk of developing ischemic (clotting) stroke compared to those with other blood types. More recently, it was discovered that people with a specific variant of blood type A were more likely to have a stroke before age 60.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Blood type B and AB.<\/strong> These blood types are associated with an increased risk of both ischemic and hemorrhagic (bleeding) strokes. However, this risk is still lower than for blood type A. Additionally, individuals with blood type AB have been shown to be more susceptible to cognitive impairment, which is linked to a higher risk of stroke.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Blood type O.<\/strong> Also known as universal donors, people with blood type O appear to have better blood flow and a lesser tendency for clot formation. A 2016 study found that people with blood type O had a significantly lower risk of stroke compared to all other blood types.<\/p>\n<p>While blood type is undoubtedly a factor influencing stroke, it is important to recognize that it alone cannot predict stroke risk with certainty. Here is a summary of things to consider implementing, especially if you have a family history of stroke.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Control blood pressure and blood sugar. <\/strong>High blood pressure is the leading modifiable risk factor for stroke, while high blood sugar damages blood vessels, leading to poor circulation. Managing both is one of the most critical steps in reducing stroke risk.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Quit the habit.<\/strong> Smoking is the second leading risk factor for stroke as it damages blood vessels, increases blood pressure, and promotes clot formation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Drink tea. <\/strong>Greater tea consumption may help reduce the rate of stroke in both men and women. Additionally, stroke survivors who drank seven or more cups of green tea daily lowered their risks of multiple causes of death by 62%.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Do cardio for your cardio. <\/strong>Regular physical activity is vital for stroke prevention because it helps control blood pressure, manage weight, improve circulation, and reduce stress.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Watch your medications.<\/strong> Blood thinners can make a bleeding stroke more likely, while estrogen-containing drugs, from birth control to hormone replacement, can increase your odds of a clotting stroke.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text &#8211; Body Content&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; header_font=&#8221;|700|||||||&#8221; header_text_color=&#8221;#509aa6&#8243; header_font_size=&#8221;40px&#8221; header_line_height=&#8221;40px&#8221; vertical_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; horizontal_offset_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|12px||12px|false|false&#8221; 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This module is set by default to use the proper font sizing and layout.<\/li><li>Add links to the references using the #references bookmark ID<\/li><\/ol><\/li><\/ol><\/li><li><strong>Add Custom Images<\/strong><ol><li>As simply as possible, add images from the PDF article into the HTML text<\/li><li>Don't get carried away with adding every image in-line as it appears in the magazine<\/li><li>Once an image is set, make sure you have an ALT TAG set for it<\/li><\/ol><\/li><li><strong>Update the Yoast SEO Settings<\/strong><ol><li>Set the focus keyphrase<\/li><li>Set the meta description<\/li><li>Set the related keyphrases (if appropriate)<\/li><li>Set related posts - preferably based on related phrases\/topics from this article<\/li><\/ol><\/li><li><strong>Quick QA Checklist<\/strong><ol><li>Preview the layout on mobile to make sure it reads well<\/li><li>Make sure all images have ALT Tags<\/li><li>Make sure all links have TITLE tags<\/li><li>Make sure the article is set to display in a category<\/li><li>Make sure the article has tags (if appropriate)<\/li><li>Make sure the author is set. 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