Heart Care

The American Stroke Association encourages everyone to understand and recognize the signs and symptoms of a stroke:

• Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg, especially on one side of the body
• Sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding
• Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes
• Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination
• Sudden, severe headache with no known cause

Take Action Immediately The American Heart Association encourages everyone to recognize the signs and symptoms of a heart attack. If you or someone you know is experiencing one or more of the following symptoms, call 9-1-1 immediately. Never drive yourself to the hospital, unless you have absolutely no other choice.

For signs and symptoms of a stroke, click here.