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Stroke warning signs
Use BE FAST to spot the signs of a stroke and get help quickly.
Call 911
A stroke is an emergency. Call 911 right away and note the time symptoms started. Some treatments only work if given within hours.
BE FAST
- Balance: sudden loss of balance or coordination
- Eyes: sudden vision loss or double vision
- Face: one side of the face droops
- Arms: one arm drifts down or is weak
- Speech: slurred or strange speech
- Time: call 911 now
Lower your risk
- Keep blood pressure under control
- Do not smoke
- Manage diabetes and cholesterol
- Stay physically active
Last reviewed: October 28, 2026