1. One in six Australians will suffer from stroke at some point in their lifetime
2. One in three people die within a year of having a stroke
Source: EPA
3. Stroke kills more women than breast cancer and more men than prostate cancer
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4. 20 per cent of people who experience a stroke are under the age of 55
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5. Men are more likely to suffer a stroke at a younger age
Source: AAP
6. Blood pressure is one of the most important known risk factors for stroke
High blood pressure is when your blood pressure is over 140/90. This is known as hypertension. Normal blood pressure is around 120/80.
Source: Press Association
7. The FAST test is an easy way to recognise and remember the signs of stroke
Using the FAST test involves asking these simple questions: Face - Check their face. Has their mouth drooped? Arm - Can they lift both arms? Speech - Is their speech slurred? Do they understand you? Time - Time is critical. If you see any of these signs, call 000 straight away.
Source: Courtesy of Stroke Foundation
8. The signs of stroke may occur alone or in combination
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9. Some treatments for stroke must be given within 4.5 hours of the stroke starting or presentation of stroke symptoms
Source: AAP
10. Emergency medical treatment is crucial
If you are having a stroke, emergency medical treatment could save your life and can reduce the likelihood of permanent brain damage. Only a doctor can decide whether you are having or have had a stroke.
Source: AAP
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