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Black People and Stroke
Monday, October 24, 2011
Symptoms of Stroke
It is important to realize that stroke is a medical emergency. Recognizing and responding immediately to the warning signs of stroke by calling 9-1-1 or your local emergency number can significantly improve survival and recovery.
The five signs
Headache – Sudden severe and unusual headache.
Weakness – Sudden loss of strength or sudden numbness in the face, arm or leg, even if temporary.
Vision problems – Sudden trouble with vision, even if temporary.
Trouble speaking – Sudden difficulty speaking or understanding or sudden confusion, even if temporary.
Dizziness – Sudden loss of balance, especially with any of the above signs.
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