When you suspect you, a loved one or a family member may be having a stroke, head to Western Reserve Hospital. With neurologists available 24/7, a fast, dedicated stroke code team and extensive stroke care readiness, Western Reserve Hospital is well-equipped to handle emergency stroke situations with precision and speed.
To learn more about our stroke services, call (330) 971-7000. If you think you or a loved one may be experiencing a stroke, call 9-1-1 immediately.
HOW TO IDENTIFY A STROKE: B.E.F.A.S.T
- Balance — Loss of Balance, Dizziness
- Eyes — Double/Blurred Vision or Loss of Vision
- Face Drooping — Is one side of the face drooping or numb? Is the person's smile uneven?
- Arm Weakness — Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one drift downward?
- Speech Difficulty — Is speech slurred? Is the person unable to speak or hard to understand?
- Time to Call 9-1-1 — If a person show any of these signs, even temporarily, get them to a hospital immediately.
Check the time so you can tell the paramedics or physician when the symptoms first appeared.