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Signs  and symptoms of a Stroke 
The FAST test is aneasy way to recognise and remember the signs of stroke
If the person has a problem with any of these functions, dial triple zero (000) for an ambulance immediately.
FAST stands for:
Stroke - signs and symptoms - Better Health Channel.
				
			- A numb or weak feeling in the face, arm or leg
 - Trouble speaking or understanding
 - Unexplained dizziness
 - Blurred or poor vision in one or both eyes
 - Loss of balance or an unexplained fall
 - Difficulty swallowing
 - Headache (usually severe or of abrupt onset) or unexplained change in the pattern of headaches
 - Confusion
 - Unconsciousness.
 
The FAST test is aneasy way to recognise and remember the signs of stroke
If the person has a problem with any of these functions, dial triple zero (000) for an ambulance immediately.
FAST stands for:
- Facial weakness – can the person smile; have their mouth or eyes drooped?
 - Arm weakness – can the person raise both arms?
 - Speech difficulty – can the person speak clearly and understand what you say?
 - Time to act – act FAST and call 000 immediately.
 
Stroke - signs and symptoms - Better Health Channel.