Prevention is the best strategy to help avoid having one.
When it comes to dealing with strokes, every second truly does matter. Nearly 2 million brain cells die each minute a stroke remains untreated. And every 40 seconds, someone in the U.S. has a stroke. 795,000 strokes happen each year and chances are if you have one stroke… you’re more than likely to have another one. Statistics show of those 795,000 strokes, one in four have had a previous stroke. And the majority of strokes that happen are ischemic strokes, in which blood flow to the brain is blocked.
Strokes don’t discriminate….young, old, men, women…your health and prevention measures play a greater role in keeping you healthy. A stroke can happen in your home, the grocery store, at work, on a walk…anywhere. A stroke doesn’t differentiate and wait for the best possible scenario. Being ready and able to spot the F.A.S.T. stroke warning signs and call 911 could save your life or a loved ones. It’s important to keep in mind not all warning signs may take place…in fact you may only experience a few or you may have dizziness, confusion or even difficulty walking. The key takeaway is not to question but to call 911.
F.A.S.T. access to medical treatment often makes the difference between making a full recovery and suffering from a permanent disability.