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What is a stroke?
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A stroke occurs when the flow of blood and oxygen to the brain is cut off because of a blood clot or burst blood vessel.
Warning signs:
• Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body
• Sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding
• Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes
• Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination
• Sudden, severe headache with no known cause
What should you do if you suspect a stroke?
Call 911 immediately.
Source: American Heart Association
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