Know the Signs of a Stroke

Do you know how to recognize symptoms of a stroke and what to do if it is happening to someone?

In this video, Michael Kohn, M.D., a Mills-Peninsula emergency physician and stroke program liaison, describes the signs of a stroke and what to do if someone is showing these symptoms The key, Dr. Kohn says, is to act fast. The faster a person gets treatment, the better chance they have of recovering without serious injury.

To identify a stroke, look for these symptoms:

• Facial droop
• Weakness in arms or legs
• Sudden loss of vision or vision change
• Difficulty speaking
• Difficulty walking
• Severe headache

During a stroke, just one of these symptoms can be present, or they can all occur together. If you suspect a person is experiencing a stroke, the first thing to do is call 911.