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Key Facts
About
Stroke
Stroke.org
FACT #1:
stroke kills
brain cells
FACT #3:
about one in
four stroke
survivors is
at risk for
another
FACT #2:
types of
stroke
FACT #4:
prevention
is key
FACT #5:
time lost
is brain lost
Stroke happens when a clot
or rupture interrupts blood
flow to the brain. Without
oxygen-rich blood, brain
cells die.
Ischemic caused by a clot,
Hemorrhagic caused by a
rupture and Transient
Ischemic Attack (TIA) or
"mini stroke" caused by a
temporary blockage.
Stroke happens when a clot
or rupture interrupts blood
flow to the brain. Without
oxygen-rich blood, brain
cells die.
Had a stroke? Create a plan
with your doctor to prevent
another, which may include
managing high blood
pressure and discussing
aspirin or other medicine.
Aspirin is not appropriate for
everyone, so be sure to talk to your
doctor before you begin an aspirin
regimen.
F.A.S.T.
Now that you know prevention, here's how you spot one.
Together to End Stroke
nationally sponsored by
Learn the FAST
warning signs:
F
Face
Drooping
A
Arm
Weakness
S
Speech
Difficulty
T
Time to
Call 911