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Stroke Recognition
F.A.S.T
Every Second Counts in Stroke Detection
Time is brain - Act immediately if you see these signs
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Face Drooping
Does one side of the face droop or is it numb?
Ask the person to smile. Is their smile uneven or lopsided?
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Arm Weakness
Is one arm weak or numb?
Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?
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Speech Difficulty
Is speech slurred or strange?
Ask them to repeat a simple phrase. Are their words slurred or confused?
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Time to Call
If you see any of these signs, time is critical.
Call emergency services immediately and note the time symptoms first appeared.
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