Higher level of stroke care .
May is Stroke Awareness Month .
When strokes occur , every minute matters . We ’ re here when you need us most , providing 24 / 7 emergency care close to home , including higher levels of stroke care as a Joint Commission accredited Primary Stroke Center . There ’ s no better time to learn about the sudden signs of stroke than now . The acronym B . E . F . A . S . T . is an easy way to remember :
B – Balance loss E – Eyesight changes
F – Face drooping A – Arm weakness S – Speech difficulty T – Time to call 9-1-1
If someone shows any of these symptoms , even if the symptoms go away , call 9-1-1 immediately .
To learn more about your risk for stroke , take our online Stroke Health Assessment at LakeCumberlandHospital . com Talk to your primary care provider about your risk for stroke . To find a healthcare provider , call 800.424 . DOCS