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

F

Face

Face

Does one side of the face droop?

A

Arm

Arm

Does one arm drift downward?

S

Speech

Speech

Does the speech sound slurred or strange?

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Time

Time

If you observe any of these signs, call 911.

Work to reduce your stroke risk through lifestyle changes and if necessary medication.
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