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Act F.A.S.T.: Warning Signs of Possible Stroke

Act FAST

 

FACE

  • Facial droop / uneven smile
  • Sudden severe headache with no known cause
  • Sudden double vision or trouble with vision

ARM

  • Arm (or leg) weakness or numbness
  • Loss of balance or coordination,
  • Sudden dizziness or trouble walking

SPEECH

  • Slurred speech
  • Trouble speaking or understanding
  • Sudden confusion

TIME

  • CALL 911 immediately
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Risk Factors You
CAN'T Change
  • Age
  • Family history
  • Gender
  • Prior stroke, TIA or heart attack
Risk Factors you
CAN Change
  • Control your blood pressure
  • Don't smoke
  • Manage your diabetes
  • Treat your carotid artery disease
  • Follow physician orders about atrial fibrillation
  • Lower your cholesterol
  • Control your weight
  • Exercise
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2075 E. Flamingo Rd.
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 733-8800

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