Stroke Awareness – Time=Brain!

Published May 11, 2023

May is National Stroke Awareness Month. Now is more important than ever to get the word out about stroke symptoms, prevention and treatment. Risk factors include high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, obesity/physical inactivity, smoking and atrial fibrillation. Be sure that you, and everyone close to you, can recognize the signs and symptoms of a stroke, as well as understand the critical importance of seeking immediate medical care by calling 911. TIME=BRAIN!

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• Balance – Have they fallen? Are they dizzy or clutching at something to steady themselves?
• Eyes – Is there a sudden loss of vision or blurring in one or both eyes?
• Face – Is one side of the face drooping or does the face look uneven?
• Arms – Is one arm weak or numb? Do they have difficulty lifting an arm?
• Speech – Is speech slurred or confused?
• Time – If you see any of the symptoms above, call 9-1-1 now! If you can, make note of the time you first noticed the symptoms start.

Learn more at MedCenterHealth.org/stroke.