Wednesday, 21 November 2012

Starstruck Again



There are two kinds of strokes; one caused by a blood clot and the other by bleeding in the brain. The second kind isn't easily treated, but the first may be dealt with and reversed if it’s caught in time. For this reason it’s important to be aware of the warning signs of strokes:
Trouble walking – The victim may trip or stumble, or complain of sudden dizziness.
Trouble speaking – Speech may be slurred or difficult to understand. The victim may seem confused.
Trouble seeing  – The victim may complain of double vision, or of loss of sight in one or both eyes.
Paralysis, weakness or numbness, especially on one side – Ask the victim to raise both arms above the head, to smile or to stick the tongue straight out.
Sudden, severe headache – It may be accompanied by dizziness, nausea or vomiting.
If you notice any of these signs in yourself or someone else, call 911 right away. Every second counts.

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