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National Stroke Week - 14 to 20 September

Date published: 2009-09-11 10:23:20 

In 2009 National Stroke Week activities will promote the FAST test to raise awareness of the signs of stroke.

The FAST test involves asking three simple questions:

  • Face - Check their face. Has their mouth drooped?
  • Arms - Can they lift both arms?
  • Speech - Is their speech slurred? Do they understand you?
  • Time - Time is critical. If you see any of these signs, call 000 now!
    • Stroke Foundation website. For information and advice on stroke prevention, treatment, recovery call StrokeLine 1800 787 653.

For more information, please contact:

Kym Trobbiani or Jasmine Sison
Tel: (61 3) 9670 1000
Web: http://www.strokefoundation.com.au
Email: Strokeweek@strokefoundation.com.au

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