If you recognize the symptoms of stroke early, you might save a life, including your own. Getting immediate treatment is the best way to prevent or reduce lasting damage. Learn to respond to stroke F.A.S.T.!

F = Face Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A = Arm Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?

S = Speech Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence. Are the words slurred?

T = Time If you observe any of these signs, then it's time to call 9-1-1.

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