Several determinants influence brain health, including physical health, healthy environments, safety and security, lifelong learning, and social connections. Access to quality services also plays a pivotal role in how our brains develop, adapt, and respond to stress and adversity. The WHO underscores the importance of addressing these determinants to promote and prevent brain health issues throughout the life course.
A brain aneurysm occurs when a weakened blood vessel in the brain fills with blood and balloons out. While some aneurysms remain small and stable, others can grow and eventually rupture, leading to a hemorrhagic stroke. The exact cause of aneurysms is not fully understood, but several factors can contribute to their development, including high blood pressure, smoking, genetic predisposition, and head trauma.
