Warning Signs

Time is crucial when treating a stroke. If someone is experiencing any of the the following signs, call 9-1-1 immediately.

Numbness

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

Confusion

Sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding

Trouble-seeing

Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes

Dizziness

Trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination

Headache

Sudden, severe headache with no known cause