More than 140,000 people die each year
from a stroke in the United States and it is the third leading cause of death according
to The Internet Stroke Center. In
addition they report that approximately 795,000 people suffer from a stroke
each year, which means on average, every 40 seconds someone in the United
States has a stroke. Strokes are also the
leading cause of serious, long-term disabilities and a stroke can take up to two
years or more to recover from. Statistically
almost three-quarters of all strokes are in people over the age of 65.
The National Stroke Association recommends
that “FAST” is a simple way to remember and identify the most common symptoms
of a stroke. By having the information
you need to quickly identify the signs of a stroke and calling 9-1-1 for help, you
can improve a person’s chances for a better recovery. They
also advise that you note the time you first noticed the symptoms as this can
determine the course of treatment.
To identify the warning signs of a
stroke using FAST includes:
F
FACE: Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?
A ARMS: Ask the person to raise both arms. Does
one arm drift downward?
S SPEECH: Ask the person to repeat a simple
phrase. Is their speech slurred or strange?
T TIME: If you observe any of these signs, call
9-1-1 immediately.
The experts at the WebMD website
advise that if a loved one has suffered from a stroke, you should take the time
to educate yourself on their condition and prognosis. One way to do this is to take advantage of
hospital run programs to learn as much as you can about strokes and the
rehabilitation process. Also they caution
that you should check with your insurance and Medicare coverage to find out
what expenses are covered and what your responsibilities will be.
This
post is for informational purposes only, please consult your health care
provider with any questions or concerns
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strokecenter.org/patients/about-stroke/stroke-statistics/
stroke.org/understand-stroke/recognizing-stroke/act-fast
webmd.com/stroke/features/stroke-recovery-tips-for-the-caregiver
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