Here’s a clear, safe, and medically accurate guide on stroke warning signs and prevention tips. Strokes can happen suddenly, so knowing the signs and preventive steps is really important.
8 Stroke Warning Signs (FAST & Beyond)
Remember FAST for quick recognition:
- Face drooping – One side of the face looks uneven when smiling.
- Arm weakness – One arm drifts downward when both are raised.
- Speech difficulty – Slurred, strange, or hard-to-understand speech.
- Time to call emergency services – Act fast; every minute counts.
Other important signs:
- Sudden numbness or weakness – Especially on one side of the body.
- Vision problems – Sudden blurred, double, or blacked-out vision.
- Severe headache – Sudden, unusual, or “worst-ever” headache.
- Dizziness, loss of balance, or trouble walking – Sudden unsteadiness or coordination issues.
⚠️ If you notice any of these, call emergency services immediately.
9 Tips to Prevent Stroke
- Control blood pressure – High blood pressure is the leading risk factor.
- Manage diabetes – Keep blood sugar within healthy limits.
- Maintain healthy cholesterol – Eat fiber-rich foods, limit trans fats, and follow doctor guidance.
- Stay active – Aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise most days.
- Eat a balanced diet – Focus on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein, and healthy fats.
- Avoid smoking – Smoking drastically increases stroke risk.
- Limit alcohol – Excess alcohol raises blood pressure and stroke risk.
- Maintain a healthy weight – Helps control blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes risk.
- Manage stress & sleep – Chronic stress and poor sleep can raise blood pressure and harm heart health.
✅ Extra tip: Regular checkups with your doctor are crucial—sometimes strokes happen quietly (like “mini-strokes” or TIAs), and early detection saves lives.
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