Stroke week powerpoint_presentation

Stop stroke. Save lives. End suffering.

What do you know about stroke?

The FAST Facts


A stroke is not a heart attack. A stroke happens when the supply of blood to the brain is suddenly interrupted.


A transient ischaemic attack (TIA) is a ‘mini stroke’. Symptoms are like a stroke, but go away within 24 hours. TIAs still require emergency treatment.


Stroke is the second single greatest killer in Australia and a leading cause of disability


Someone has a stroke every 10 minutes


In 2010, Australians will suffer over 60,000 new and recurrent strokes


Stroke kills more women than breast cancer


Almost 1 in 5 people who experience a stroke are under 55


• Stroke is preventable

• Stroke is a medical emergency


Everyone needs to know the test to recognise and remember the signs of stroke



ACECheck their FACE. Has their mouth drooped?


RMSCan they lift both ARMS?


PEECHIs their SPEECH slurred? Do they understand you?


IME is critical.

If you see any of these signs, call 000 now!




The National Stroke Foundation can provide:

A free information line to answer your questions about stroke by qualified health professionals

StrokeLine 1800 787 653

Information about preventing stroke, rehabilitation and life after stroke


Keep up to date with us on the web at:

www.facebook.com/pages/National-Stroke-Foundation/81740861169

http://twitter.com/strokefdn

Find out more information at:

strokefoundation.com.au

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