Think FAST
FAST, an acronym for the National Stroke Association, can help you quickly determine if someone is having a stroke.
F (face): Ask the person to smile. Does one side of his face droop?
A (hands): Ask the person to raise both hands. One arm down?S (Speech): Ask them to repeat simple phrases (such as “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks”). Is speech slurred or difficult to understand?
T (Time): Call 911 immediately if you experience any of these symptoms.
If you or anyone else has any of these symptoms, act FAST and call 911. Time lost to stroke.
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