06.18.15 West Orange Times & Observer Health Matters

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Health Matters | June 2015

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STROKE? ACT F A S T CALL 911 Any one of these signs could mean stroke:

F ACE

A RM

S PEECH

Look for an uneven smile

Check if one arm is weak

Listen for slurred speech

T IME Call 911 right away

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• Poor circulation

• Atrial fibrillation (A-fib)

• Not being active

• High cholesterol

• Obesity

• Smoking

• Family history of stroke

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• High blood pressure


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