Recognizing the symptoms of a stroke and seeking immediate medical treatment could significantly affect the outcome for the person having the stroke. For information regarding how to recognize the signs of a stroke, see the American Stroke Association's web site at www.strokeassociation.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=1020. To help you notify friends and family members of the symptoms to look for, the web site allows you to e-mail to others a card that lists stroke symptoms. The web site also includes additional information about strokes, including information about treatment, recovery and risk factors.

April 2004