Stroke strikes FAST and so must you
August 19, 2009
Stroke strikes FAST and so must you! Time is Brain. Call 9-1-1 immediately if a person has signs of stroke:
F—is face drooping—ask person to smile at you.
A- Tell person to wave both arms at you
S- Ask person to repeat a simple sentence back to you.
T- Time is Brain. Call 9-1-1 without delay.
STROKE IS THIRD LEADING KILLER IN U.S. Don’t call your family, your doctor’s office, dial 9-1-1. EMS will evaluate and take necessary actions to protect life.