Kearney Dawn Rotary was honored to host Kevin Vickers and Jenna Stubbs, RN, CEN from Kearney Regional Medical Center on Nov. 8, 2023.
The program, “Preventing Stroke” was very informative, and valuable. If you didn’t have the privilege of seeing in person, you can review the information in this post. Educate yourself, and SHARE this post, and you may save a life.
The F.A.S.T. method is a straightforward and effective way to recognize the signs of a stroke. F.A.S.T. stands for Face, Arms, Speech, and Time, each representing a key symptom to observe.
- “Face” involves checking if one side of the person’s face droops or if they have difficulty smiling.
- “Arms” refers to observing if the person can raise both arms without one arm drifting downwards.
- “Speech” is about assessing if their speech is slurred or sounds strange.Â
- “Time” emphasizes the importance of quick action. If any of these symptoms are present, it’s crucial to call emergency services immediately, as timely medical intervention can significantly improve the outcome for someone experiencing a stroke.
Act F.A.S.T. Against Stroke!
