It is crucial to recognize the signs that someone is having a stroke as soon as possible. The longer the delay before treatment, the more brain cells can die, causing permanent disability or death. If you or someone around you is experiencing these symptoms, call 911 immediately.

• Sudden numbness, weakness, or paralysis, especially on one side of the body
• Sudden difficulty speaking or understanding speech
• Sudden blurred, double, or decreased vision
• Sudden confusion, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination
• Sudden severe headache with no known cause