Strokes occur when the flow of oxygen to the brain is interrupted. Nearly 2 million brain cells die each minute a stroke goes untreated. Calling 911 means treatment begins right away; when you arrive by ambulance, you skip the waiting room. Getting help fast at a Level 1 stroke center can save you from a lifetime of disability or worse.
Stroke is a leading cause of death in the United States and is a major cause of serious disability for adults, which is why the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says to call 911 immediately at any signs of stroke.
Use the BE FAST acronym to recognize stroke symptoms in you or a loved one.
Every second counts. The faster you get to the appropriate hospital and are seen by the doctor who is best-equipped to treat you, the better the chances of recovery.
Get Ahead of Stroke® is a national public education and advocacy campaign designed to improve systems of care for stroke patients. Founded in 2016 by the Society of NeuroInterventional Surgery (SNIS), today the campaign is supported by a coalition of organizations with the goal of securing the best possible outcomes for stroke patients by driving policy change and public awareness nationwide.
