10 Early Warning Signs of a Stroke Everyone Should Know — Take Action Quickly
A stroke can happen suddenly. Recognizing the warning signs and getting emergency help quickly can make a critical difference.
Remember FAST:
F — Face drooping
One side of the face may feel weak, numb, or look uneven.
A — Arm weakness
Sudden weakness or numbness in one arm or one side of the body.
S — Speech problems
Slurred speech, confusion, or trouble understanding words.
T — Time to seek emergency help
If these symptoms appear, call emergency services immediately.
Other possible warning signs include:
- Sudden severe headache with no known cause
- Sudden dizziness or loss of balance
- Difficulty walking or poor coordination
- Sudden vision changes in one or both eyes
- Numbness or weakness on one side of the body
- Sudden confusion or trouble understanding
- Difficulty speaking or finding words
- Trouble swallowing
- Sudden loss of alertness or fainting
- A sudden change in behavior or mental awareness
⚠️ Do not wait to see if symptoms go away. Even brief symptoms can be a warning sign of a serious problem.
Learn the signs. Share this information. Acting quickly can help save a life.
