STROKE AWARENESS

F.A.S.T

FACE- ARM- SPEECH- TIME

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Understanding Stroke: A stroke occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted or reduced, preventing brain tissue from getting oxygen and nutrients. This can lead to brain cells dying within minutes, making it a medical emergency that requires immediate attention.

Types of Stroke:

Risk Factors:

Symptoms of Stroke:

FAST Method to Recognize Stroke:

Prevention Tips:

Treatment:

Importance of Awareness: Raising awareness about stroke symptoms, risk factors, and the urgency of immediate medical treatment can save lives and improve recovery outcomes. Education campaigns and community programs can help reduce the incidence of stroke and enhance the quality of life for stroke survivors.


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BRAIN SCAN


MEDICATIONS ARE KEY

F.A.S.T

FACE, ARM, SPEECH, TIME

GET MEDICIAL CARE ASAP

CALL 911 RIGHT AWAY! DON'T HESITATE, IF YOU WAIT, IT MAYBE TO LATE


GET HELP ASAP!! 

TIME IS IMPORTANT....GET TO THE HOSPITIAL FAST 

STROKE RISK FACTORS

The largest risk factors are:

We can address each of these stroke risks. Do you exercise at least three times per week or preferably more? And do you smoke? Eat more fruit and veggies, smart toilet use is a must.


Are you getting an annual physical exam?

A blood pressure reading and a few basic blood tests to check cholesterol levels. High and uncontrolled blood pressure is a definite problem for stroke and heart disease. 


Every year, more than 798,000 people in the United States have a stroke.

 About 611,000 of these are first or new strokes. About 183,000 strokes—nearly 1 in 4—are in people who have had a previous stroke. About 86% of all strokes are ischemic strokes, in which blood flow to the brain is blocked. Take quick action!! 

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