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What are the Warning Signs of Stroke?

- Sudden weakness or numbness of the face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body

- Sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding

- Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes

- Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination

- Sudden, severe headaches with no known cause

If you experience one or more of these don't wait, go directly to your local Emergency Department or call 911

 

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