Experts Suggest To Call Emergency Services As Soon As You See Someone Suffering From A Stroke

An immediate treatment is crucial to someone who is experiencing a stroke, may it be their first or not. This is for them to be able to survive and recover. Sadly, not most people know what a stroke is as they fail to recognize the signs.

A study shows that one in four people would not ring 999 in case they are seeing a person who is having a stroke. This is primarily because of the lack of awareness about its signs. An immediate action is required for the sufferer to have a higher chance of survival and recovery. However, such things can only happen when they are with someone who knows what a stroke is.

According to Daily Mail Online, there are about 150,000 people in Britain who suffer from a stroke. 40,000 of them die within a year while two-thirds of them acquire long-lasting disabilities like paralysis, personality changes, and speech difficulties.

Meanwhile, about 24 percent of people are not aware of the deadly disease's symptoms. According to officials, a person who are experiencing three signs -- drooping face, slurred speech, or inability to lift both arms -- are experiencing a stroke and the people around should call for emergency services.

Meanwhile, Go Red For Women also shared several signs associated with stroke. A person may feel weakness or numbness in the face, leg, arm, or on one side of the body. A sufferer may also experience a sudden drastic headache with an unknown cause. He/she may also have trouble walking, and maintaining balance and coordination.

While most people wait for two or more signs before calling an ambulance, experts suggest calling an ambulance right away. This is because the person who is suffering from stroke needs emergency treatment as soon as possible to avoid other serious disability or even death.

"We know people recognize the signs of stroke but they aren't taking the right action at the right time. A stroke is a brain attack and acting fast makes a huge difference," Chief executive of the Stroke Association Juliet Bouverie said.