09/08/2026
🚨Stroke Awareness 🚨 A stroke is an emergency 🚨
Every minute without treatment means more brain cells are lost, increasing the risk of permanent disability or death.
Recognising the signs of stroke and calling 000 immediately can dramatically improve recovery outcomes. 🚑
F.A.S.T signs of a Stroke
F – Face: Has one side of the face drooped?
A – Arms: Can they lift both arms, or does one arm drift down?
S – Speech: Is their speech slurred or difficult to understand?
T – Time: If you notice any of these signs, call 000 immediately. Time is brain.
Other stroke symptoms may include:
• Sudden loss of vision
• Dizziness or loss of balance
• Numbness or weakness on one side of the body
• Severe, sudden headache
• Difficulty understanding speech or swallowing
Knowing the signs of stroke could save a life.
Know Your Risk Factors
While recognising a stroke is vital, preventing a stroke is even better. Many of the factors that increase stroke risk can be identified and managed before a stroke occurs.
Reduce Your Risk
80-90% of strokes are preventable, and individuals can substantially reduce their risk of a stroke by engaging in healthy lifestyle behaviours
• Keep your blood pressure under control
• Be physically active most days of the week
• Eat a healthy, balanced diet
• Don’t smoke and limit alcohol intake
• Manage diabetes and cholesterol
• Attend regular health checks
Learn the signs, know your risk, and help save a life.
