B.E. F.A.S.T. Materials

B.E. F.A.S.T. - Balance Loss - Eye (Vision) Changes - Face Drooping - Arm Weakness - Speech Difficulty - Time to Call 911

When it comes to spotting stroke and getting help, the faster, the better. That's because prompt treatment may make the difference between life and death — or the difference between a full recovery and long-term disability. Use our downloadable library of B.E. F.A.S.T. resources to teach others as well:

  • B - Balance loss
  • E - Eye (vision) changes
  • F - Face drooping
  • A - Arm weakness
  • S - Speech difficulty
  • T - Time to call 911

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Last Reviewed: Apr 30, 2026