Stroke Awareness: Act FAST to Save Lives

Stroke is a medical emergency that occurs when blood flow to part of the brain is interrupted. Every minute counts during a stroke, and recognizing the signs early can mean the difference between recovery and permanent disability. In this article, we explain the FAST acronym which stands for: - **F**ace drooping: Does one side of the face droop or is it numb? - **A**rm weakness: Is one arm weak or numb? - **S**peech difficulty: Is speech slurred, or are they unable to speak? - **T**ime to call emergency services: If any of these signs are present, time is critical. We also cover other less common stroke symptoms, risk factors to watch for, and what to do immediately after recognizing a stroke. Time is brain - every minute without treatment, millions of neurons are lost. Learn when to call for emergency help and how to act FAST to save a life.