For every minute a stroke is left untreated, almost 2 million brain cells die. Moreover, depending on severity, a stroke can age someone 36 years, due to loss of motor skills, thought-processing and other functions.

Left untreated or if time to treatment is delayed, stroke can lead to long-term disability or death; so the sooner treatment is given the better the outcome.

When remembering stroke signs and symptoms, think BE FAST:
B = Balance — Assess whether the person has a loss of balance. Are they unable to walk due to imbalance?
E = Eyes — Ask about the person’s eyesight. Do they have loss of vision or double vision?
F = Face drooping — Ask the person to smile. Does one side droop?
A = Arm weakness — Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?
S = Speech difficulty — Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence. Are the words slurred?
T = Time to call 911 — If the person shows any of these signs, call 911 immediately. Stroke treatment can begin in the ambulance.

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