If you suspect a stroke, act F.A.S.T.

Call 999 if you suspect someone is having a stroke.

Think and act F.A.S.T. if you see any single one of these signs of a stroke:

  • Face – has their face fallen on one side? Can they smile?
  • Arms – can they raise both arms and keep them there?
  • Speech – is their speech slurred?
  • Time – even if you’re not sure, call 999.

When stroke strikes, act F.A.S.T. Call 999.

Learn more at nidirect.gov.uk/stroke