A brain stroke is a medical emergency where every second counts. Recognizing the signs and taking immediate action is crucial. It could mean the difference between life and death. Dr. Raveesh Sunkara, ...

FAST vs. BE-FAST . FAST and BE-FAST are tools designed to help the public recognize stroke symptoms and get help immediately. Since knowledge and quick action are key to improving stroke outcomes ...

Research shows that early treatment for stroke can make a huge difference. For example, clot-busting drugs can restore blood flow in certain types of stroke if given within 3 to 4.5 hours. In some ...

Merrimack resident David Johnson used the FAST test last year to determine that he was having a stroke. Courtesy photo MERRIMACK – At 64 years old, Merrimack resident David Johnson had a busy life ...

FRIDAY, Jan. 31, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- A rapid blood test could speed treatment for people who’ve suffered a stroke related to brain bleeding, a new study says. Stroke victims with brain ...

A stroke happens when a clot blocks the blood flow to part of the brain, shutting down the functions of that area, which can eventually lead to the death of that brain tissue. In fact, two million ...

A rapid blood test could speed treatment for people who have suffered a stroke related to brain bleeding, a new study says. Stroke victims with brain bleeds have nearly seven times higher blood ...

The FAST test looks for stroke symptoms and stands for face weakness, arm weakness, speech problems and time to call 999. Follow BBC Birmingham on BBC Sounds , Facebook , X and Instagram . More on ...

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