According to the Center for Disease Control, nearly 800,000 people die each year from strokes. Recognizing the sudden warning signs of stroke and alerting 9-1-1 immediately could save a life. There is a useful acronym to help you remember the signs of stroke called FAST.
Warning signs of stroke
-Sudden numbness or weakness of face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body
-Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes
-Sudden confusion and trouble speaking
-Sudden dizziness, trouble walking, loss of balance
-Sudden and severe headache with no known cause
Remember FAST
F – Face: Ask the person to smile and look for face drooping
A – Arms: Ask the person to raise both arms and watch for one arm drifting down
S – Speech: Ask the person to repeat a sentence and listen for slurring
T – Time: If any of these signs are observed, call 9-1-1 immediately
Davis Hospital and Medical Center, Salt Lake Regional Medical Center, Jordan Valley Medical Center, and Pioneer Valley Hospital are offering a $30 Leg Screening for PAD and a $69 HeartView Screening. Schedule an appointment by calling 866-431-WELL (9355).
