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Stroke Prevention and Control

Call 911 at any sign of stroke. Care starts when the ambulance arrives.

Learn how you can lower your risk of stroke, recognize the signs and symptoms, and how to act F.A.S.T. if you see someone showing any sign of stroke. A stroke is a medical emergency that requires immediate medical care, which starts as soon as the ambulance arrives. First responders and hospitals are working to keep you safe during COVID-19.

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What is a stroke?  Learn the signs and symptoms: Act F.A.S.T  Lower your risk for stroke 

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Stroke treatment  Designated Primary Stroke Services (PSS) Hospitals  Primary Stroke Services (PSS) in Hospitals  Paul Coverdell National Acute Stroke Program  Stroke Community Awareness Collaboration Project  Stroke resources 

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