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Dr. Ryan Sundermann, St. Luke's ER medical director, returns to the podcast to discuss stroke signs, symptoms, treatment and prevention of strokes.

Do you know the signs of a stroke? Remember to B.E.F.A.S.T.!

• B – is for Balance. Do you notice someone has a change in balance like not being able to sit or stand upright? This may be sign of a stroke.
• E – is for Eyes. Someone having a stroke may suddenly begin to lose vision in one or both eyes.
• F – is for Face. If someone’s face begins to droop or relax suddenly, this could be a stroke.
• A – Do you notice that their arm is dragging or drifting down? Ask them to raise both arms as a test.
• S – Speech may begin to slur in the event of a stroke. Perhaps have the person repeat some words or phrases.
• T – Most importantly, time. Every second a stroke continues, brain cells die and can potentially impact brain function permanently. Call 911 or take your loved one to St. Luke's Emergency Room at the first sign of a stroke.

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