The Stroke Center

Recognizing the Signs

Knowing stroke's symptoms and acting fast can make the difference for you or a loved one. Stroke is a medical emergency. If you think you or a person with you is having a stroke, immediately call 911 for an ambulance and transport you to the Emergency Department at Saint Barnabas Medical Center. Do not wait to see if symptoms go away.

Signs and Symptoms

• Sudden weakness, numbness or paralysis of the arm, leg, face or side of the body.
• Sudden difficulty seeing in one or both eyes, or double vision.
• Sudden fall, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination.
• Sudden intense or unexplained headache.
• Trouble talking or understanding speech or loss of memory.

If these occur, call 911 immediately.

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