American Stroke Association World Stroke Day is October 29
Along with others around the world, we’re raising awareness of stroke, its symptoms and supporting stroke survivors. Up to 80% of strokes may be prevented.
Join us for World Stroke Day and commit to learning and sharing the F.A.S.T. warning signs. You just might save a life from stroke.
Strokes can happen to anyone, at any age. In fact, globally about one in four adults over the age of 25 will have a stroke in their lifetime. Yet, most adults in the U.S. don’t know the F.A.S.T. warning signs of a stroke, and that stroke is largely treatable if you call 911 as soon as you recognize the symptoms. Help reduce your and your loved ones’ stroke risk today.
Stroke is an emergency. Call 911 if these signs are present.
Hover—or click if you’re on your mobile device—on the F.A.S.T. tiles.
[F = FACE DROOPING] Does one side of the face droop, or is it numb? Ask the person to smile. Is the person's smile uneven?
[A = ARM WEAKNESS] Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?
[S = SPEECH] Is speech slurred? Is the person unable to speak or hard to understand? Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence, like "The sky is blue."
[T = TIME TO CALL 911] If you have any of these symptoms or see someone else having them, call 911 immediately!
The F.A.S.T. Experience
In this fun and interactive environment, you’ll learn what the warning signs of stroke might look, feel and/or sound like.
F.A.S.T. Resources
The HCA Healthcare Foundation is a national supporter of Together To End Stroke®.
Preventing Another Stroke Resources
The HCA Healthcare Foundation is the national sponsor of Getting to the Heart of Stroke™.
F.A.S.T. Song - Stroke Signs: featuring Dee-1 & Tha Hip Hop Doc
R.Á.P.I.D.O. PSA
Treat a Stroke F.A.S.T.
