Stroke: Prevent and Think F.A.S.T

There are things we can and can’t change when it comes to our risk of stroke. Looking after your heart, blood vessels and brain is important to prevent a stroke

Things we can't change >

Age
Sex
Family history of stroke
A person’s history of TIA/’mini-stroke’ and stroke

Age
Sex
Family history of stroke
A person’s history of TIA/’mini-stroke’ and stroke

What we can change and manage >

Blood pressure
Level of physical activity
Diabetes
Smoking
Alcohol consumption
Weight
Diet including salt consumption
Sleep apnea
Stress

Blood pressure
Level of physical activity
Diabetes
Smoking
Alcohol consumption
Weight
Diet including salt consumption
Sleep apnea
Stress

How do you know if someone is having a stroke?
Think… F.A.S.T

FACE

is drooped?

ARMS

Can't be raised?

SPEECH

Slurred or confused?

TIME

Is Critical! Dial 000

Recovery Support
and Services

Written by the Mob for the Mob Booklet

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Our Stroke Journey Booklet

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NDIS support for First Nation Australians

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