BAYLOR SCOTT & WHITE SAYS ‘BE FAST’ IN CASE OF STROKE

  

May is Stroke Awareness Month and Baylor Scott and White Health Center wants everyone to know the signs of a stroke.

Officials say it is important to remember BE FAST.

Balance – Is there a sudden loss of balance or coordination?
Eyes – Is there sudden blurred or double vision or sudden, persistent vision trouble?
Face – Ask the person to smile. Is one or both sides of the face drooping?
Arms – Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one side drift downward? Is there weakness or numbness on one side?
Speech – Does the person have slurred or garbled speech? Can he/she repeat simple phrases?
Time – Call 911 for immediate medical attention if you notice one or more of these signs. Also, take note of when symptoms began.

For more information, visit the Baylor Scott & White website.