Some facts about stroke

1.)In the USA the are 4.8 million survivors in disrepair and disability, it is the # one reason for disability.

2.)There are 750,000 new cases every year.

3.)Stroke affects any age, including the yet unborn in mothers belly.

4.)Stroke is the number three reason for death.

5.)Depression affects up to 60% of all stroke survivors, some do not even realize it and it impedes their ability to get more back through recovery.

                                                 Warning Signs

1.)Strokee will have a crooked
smile when asked to smile, if crooked call 911.

2.)Ask the strokee to hold their arms out like they were
sleep walking. If one is lower than the other call 911.

3.)If speech is garbled or word are incorrect, call 911.

If any of the above signs are shown call 911 immediately and get to a hospital.


STROKE COSTS 50 BILLION DOLLARS A YEAR IN DIRECT AND RELATED COSTS.

SAVE SOMEONES LIFE OR QUALITY OF LIFE, TELL AS MANY PEOPLE AS YOU CAN

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