Anatomy and Physiology related to Stroke

 

The common effects of a stroke include:

• Arm weakness
• Leg weakness
• Drooping of the mouth
• Speech difficulties
• Problems with vision

In 2009, the Department of Health launched the Face Arm Speech Time to dial 999 (FAST) campaign. You can view one of the FAST campaigns by clicking on http://www.stroke.org.uk/about/recognise-symptoms.

 

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