American Stroke Association
Oct 21, 2024 · Recognize Stroke F.A.S.T. | Anyone can have a stroke and everyone should be prepared. It’s a matter of knowing what to do, taking action and spreading the word. By learning and sharing the F.A.S.T. warning signs, you just might save a life from stroke.
About Stroke - American Stroke Association
Many people think a stroke happens in the heart, but it happens in the brain. Our Explaining Stroke booklet explains how a stroke happens, different types of stroke and how to prevent a stroke.
Stroke Symptoms and Warning Signs - American Stroke Association
Stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the U.S. Stroke can happen to anyone — any age, any time — and everyone needs to know the warning signs. Calling 911 lets first responders start treatment on someone experiencing stroke symptoms before arriving at …
Resource Library | American Stroke Association
Knowing about stroke symptoms and factors can help you prevent or manage a stroke. Find resources on stroke prevention, risk factors, treatment and more.
Stroke Resource Library - American Stroke Association
The Stroke Resource library delivers evidence-based patient education and community resources for stroke prevention, treatment, and recovery. Learn more.
Getting to the Heart of Stroke™ - American Stroke Association
Getting to the Heart of Stroke focuses on: increasing collaboration between cardiology and neurology through identifying and disseminating quality improvement best practices; educating health care professionals about the latest clinical guidelines and science;
Types of Stroke and Treatment | American Stroke Association
The two types of weakened blood vessels that usually cause hemorrhagic stroke are aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations (AVMs). The most common cause of hemorrhagic stroke is uncontrolled high blood pressure .
Let’s Talk About Stroke Fact Sheets - American Stroke Association
Dec 19, 2023 · Whether you or your loved one just had a stroke or are at high risk for stroke, these fact sheets will help you understand your condition and start taking action to reduce your risk for stroke. Topics address: Risk factors and lifestyle changes; Diagnosis and treatment; Post-stroke conditions Access the fact sheets in Spanish.
Recursos en español | American Stroke Association
Stroke.org/speakwithus *All health/medical information on this website has been reviewed and approved by the American Heart Association, based on scientific research and American Heart Association guidelines.
F.A.S.T. Infographic | American Stroke Association
F.A.S.T. is how we come together to end stroke ® Learn the stroke warning signs: F.A.S.T. Face Drooping; Arm Weakness; Speech Difficulty; Time to call 911; Every 40 seconds, someone in the U.S. has a stroke. It could happen on your street, in your workplace, at …