Knowing signs of a stroke can help improve outcome, by initiating access to treatment urgently. BE FAST for stroke, and Call 911.

Traditionally, Time was used for the "T" in the FAST and BEFAST acronyms for stroke awareness. Since terrible headache can be a symptom of stroke this is substituted.

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If you are having a possible stroke, call 911. Please contact us with any questions, comments, or inquiries you may have. We will try to respond as quickly as we can.