World Stroke Day

Every year on October 29, the American Heart Association and its division, the American Stroke Association, join global efforts to raise awareness about stroke prevention, recognition, and treatment.

Face Drooping

Does one side of the face droop, or is it numb? Ask the person to smile. Is the person's smile uneven?
Arm Weakness

Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?
Speech Difficulty

Is speech slurred or difficult to understand? Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence.
Time to Call

If you have any of these symptoms or see someone else having them, call emergency services immediately!