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Stroke Awareness
What is a Stroke?
A stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients to the brain is either blocked by a clot or bursts (or ruptures). When that happens, part of the brain cannot get the blood (and oxygen) it needs, so it and brain cells die.
Stroke Symptoms
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Facial Droop
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Arm Weakness
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Difficulty Speaking
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Numbness or weakness of face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body
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Confusion, trouble speaking or understanding speech
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Trouble seeing in one or both eyes
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Trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination
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Severe headache with no known cause
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