Stroke Prevention

A stroke happens when blood flow to an area of the brain is cut off. Blood carries oxygen to cells in the body; when those cells aren’t able to reach the brain, brain cells begin to die. There are four major signs of stroke that you should be able to recognize: F- Face Drooping: Ask the person to smile, does one side droop? A - Arm Weakness: Ask the person to raise both arms, does one arm drift downward? S - Speech Difficulty: Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence - are the words slurred? T - Time to Call for Help: If a person shows any of these signs, call 911 or your local emergency hotline. Calculate your BMI here: http://www.bmi-calculator.net