Stroke Symptoms

Getting immediate medical care for stroke symptoms is critical.

It can mean the difference between complete recovery and a lifetime of serious disability.

Look for any of the following:

• Sudden severe headache with no known cause
• Sudden numbness or weakness of the face
• Slurred speech
• Sudden numbness or weakness of an arm or leg, especially on one side of the body
• Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes
• Sudden trouble walking
• Dizziness
• Loss of balance
• Loss of coordination

Spot the Signs of a Stroke (B-E-F-A-S-T Method)

AtlantiCare uses the BEFAST acronym to help identify stroke symptoms. If you or someone you know experiences any of the following symptoms, call 9-1-1 immediately.