World Stroke Day (October 29)

On World Stroke Day (October 29), members of our dedicated Stroke Team took proactive steps to raise public awareness about the critical importance of recognizing stroke symptoms. Members of the team walked around the hospital, engaging with the community and distributing essential stroke awareness items. With the World Stroke Day Greater Than Active Challenge, the team took to the walkways to get in 30 minutes of physical activity at the same time.

Why Stroke Awareness Matters

Stroke is a medical emergency that can affect anyone, regardless of age. Quick recognition and response are vital for improving outcomes. The FAST acronym—Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulties, and Time to call 9-1-1—is a crucial tool for the public to identify stroke symptoms quickly. By promoting awareness of these signs, we aimed to empower individuals to act swiftly when they suspect a stroke, potentially saving lives and minimizing long-term effects.

Understanding stroke symptoms can make a significant difference in emergency situations. Together, we can work towards being #GreaterThanStroke by ensuring that more people are informed and ready to act when it matters most. To learn more about stroke awareness visit www.nwostroke.ca.

The Stroke Team took raising public awareness about the critical importance of recognizing stroke symptoms.