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Stroke
If you are experiencing a life threatening emergency please contact Triple Zero (000) immediately
Introduction
A stroke happens when blood supply to part of the brain is disrupted, preventing oxygen from reaching brain tissue. It is one of the leading causes of disability and death in Australia and around the world. Strokes can affect people at any age, though the risk increases with age and certain health conditions. Understanding stroke as a major medical event highlights why it is treated with such urgency.
Signs and Symptoms
Sudden weakness/numbness (face, arm, leg, one side)
Trouble speaking or understanding
Vision loss or blurring
Severe headache, dizziness
Collapse or loss of consciousness
What you should do?
Follow DRSABCD
Call 000 immediately — every minute counts
Use FAST test (Face, Arms, Speech, Time)
Keep casualty at rest, head slightly elevated
Do not give food or drink
Monitor breathing, be ready for CPR
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