Stroke Awareness Month was created to promote awareness and reduce the incidents of strokes.
Risk Factors:
High Blood Pressure
Heart Disorders
Depression
Alcohol Use
Bad Cholesterol
Poor Diet
Stress
Lack of Exercise
Obesity
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Does one side of the face droop?
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Does one arm drift downward?
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Does the speech sound slurred or strange?
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If you observe any of these signs, call 911.