Quick action during a stroke can save lives and reduce disability.
Remember BE FAST: Balance loss, Eye or vision changes, Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, and Time to call 911. Note the time symptoms started.
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Teach BE FAST to family members and caregivers.
Talk With Your Doctor
This pin shares general information, not medical advice. Everyone ages differently, so bring questions to your doctor and review medications and health goals at least once a year.
Local Help in Ohio
Ohio’s Area Agencies on Aging connect older adults and caregivers with services such as meals, in home help, transportation, and benefits counseling. Call 911 for emergencies, including sudden face drooping, arm weakness, or speech trouble.
Quick Reminder
Keep an updated list of medications, doctors, and emergency contacts on your refrigerator for family and first responders.
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