Know the warning signs of a stroke
Though stroke is the number three killer in the United States and a condition that doesn't discriminate by age, the majority of Americans don't know how to recognize when someone is having a stroke. Emergency care is crucial to treatment of a stroke, so it's especially important that the general public be aware of signs and symptoms.I saw a sign the other day while sitting in my doctor's waiting room. It used the word "fast" as a clue to help people remember stroke signs and symptoms:
F -- facial numbness and weakness (especially on one side of the body)
A -- arm numbness or weakness (again, especially on one side)
S -- slurred speech or difficulty speaking and understanding
T -- time to call for help, dial 911
If you see someone exhibiting these symptoms, call for help right away!
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5-12-2008 @ 4:28PM
Chris said...
I think you'd find this presentation by neuroanatomist Jill Bolte Taylor fascinating. She has studied strokes for some time, and in fact, joined the field because of a relative's experience.
http://www.ted.com/index.php/talks/view/id/229
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